So as girls, I know one thing we love about our hair is the versatility! From straight to curly, to either up or down, the possibilities are endless when it comes to different hairstyles. Even though we have tons of options when it comes to our hair it is important that constant heat is not part of our daily routine. It doesn’t matter if your hair is relaxed or natural, too much heat can cause serious breakage and can leave your hair quite unhealthy!  So before you turn on that flat iron check out some very cute heat-free styles for both natural an relaxed hair!

Relaxed Hair

Natural Hair

Hey Talented Ladies!

C.O.R.E Dance Academy kicked off this past Tuesday at the Steve Sanders Academy in Cleveland, OH! Check out the talented young girls…

Good Morning Beautiful People!

Check out fly artist Santigold’s new vid Disparate Youth!

Good Morning Loves!

In honor of our countdown to C.O.R.E Dance Academy on March 6, 2012, we wanted to feature an extremely inspirational project done by professional ballet dancer, Aesha Ash.

These images are from her empowering project entitled Swan Dreams, which was inspired by her mission to introduce the magic of ballet to  both underprivileged and minority communities. She is on a mission of introducing and sharing this precious art form to everyone.

The project uses photography to proclaim the message that beautiful art and boundless talent can be found in all environments. Aesha uses city neighborhoods from the New York community where she was raised as the backdrop for her artistic project, which expresses her desire to see this art form reborn in the urban neighborhoods.

Her goal is to encourage young women of color to NEVER STOP DREAMING!

A portion of the proceeds from each image sold goes towards organizations already at work spreading the beauty and benefits of ballet, as well as providing an opportunity to donate images to schools, youth organizations and community centers.

Ballet is for everyone to experience and share.

Check out more gorgeous and empowering images of Aesha Ash as she tells her story…

-C.O.R.E Fam

Good Morning Talented Ladies!

So you know C.O.R.E always has something cooking up for you fly girls, right??

Well, we are officially launching C.O.R.E Dance Academy in Cleveland, OH at Steve Sanders Academy. The first 12 week program will begin March 6, 2012!

The academy will work with young girls and boys from K-8th grade and will not only focus on developing dance techniques but also working on  empowering each student to conquer their DREAMS!

If you are in the Cleveland area email info@thecorereader.com to receive more information on how to enroll.

C.O.R.E Dance Pledge

“I am a beautiful CREATION.
I will seize every OPPORTUNITY.
I will REACH for the stars.
I am EMPOWERED!”

“Dance is the hidden language of the soul.” – Martha Grahm

Logo by Allison Bowers

-C.O.R.E Fam

Good Morning Loves!

Check out Rebecca Ferguson’s new song -Nothing’s Real But Love. And yes, you’ve heard her amazing voice on the hit show X Factor…check her out!

Name: Orlexus Elliott

Age: 14

City: Nashville

Grade: 8th

What’s your dream job and why?

My dream is to become a lawyer because I love to fight for people when they need help.

Which hobbies do you love to enjoy?

I enjoy singing, dancing, and playing different sports.

Who is your biggest celeb crush?

My biggest celeb crush is Ray-Ray from Mindless Behavior.
Fave song to JAM out to right now?

My fave song to jam out to right now is ‘Until It’s Gone’, by Monica.

If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be?

If I could change one thing about the world it would be that my auntie was still living.

What does empowerment mean to you?

Empowerment to me means to be inspiration to younger people.

What are your plans after high school?

My plans after high school are to go to college and get a law degree to become a lawyer.

How have you helped someone in your life lately?

I have help someone lately by giving them the stuff that I don’t use and I don’t need, like to the Goodwill. It helps me learn that there is a lot of stuff you have that many kids don’t have and to be grateful.

Who is your role model & why?

My role model is my aunt Carrie because she helps me become a better person. When I’m feeling down she always has a good solution to help me feel better. She is there for me all the time. I can talk to her about any and everything. She has always been in my life, when I have my ups and downs she makes them better. She is a good teacher of life. She always tells me to thank the Lord for what I have.

Hey Beauties!

Spring is almost here! I know, it’s kind of scary how soon it’s approaching. So with that being said, it’s time to get your hands and feet together for the warm weather months! Don’t have the time or the money to dish out to get mani’s and pedi’s every two weeks?? No worries! Check out these vids of how to do fierce nail art at home!

Good Morning Loves!

Check out talented sisters Ivana (20) and Jessica (18) who go by VanJess as they cover hit songs by singing, playing the keyboard and beat boxing!

Rihanna- You Da One

Beyonce- Run the World

Hi Fly Ladies!

Have you ever been in class and you felt like the teacher crossed the line when trying to prove a point? Well, many felt like Lincoln Brown did when talking to his class. Brown  is a Caucasion teacher in Chicgao who used the n-word in front of his sixth grade students. He was recently suspeneded from Murray Language Academy for five dyas due to his inappropraite language.

Brown suggests that he used the word to teach a lesson to the students and wanted to open up a discussion on racism in America. When using the word the school principal overheard him and strongly disagreed with his teaching techniques.The principal believed using verbally abusive language to or in front of students  is cruel and unacceptable.

Brown says he was triggered to use the word when he caught a student passing a note with a rap lyric that refers to another student using the n-word. He took this as an opportunity to get students thinking about how influential words and stereotypes can be in society.

He says that the accusation is damaging to his reputation as an educator and “cannot be a part of who people think [he is].”Brown has now filed a federal lawsuit against the school district, alleging that this suspension violates his first and fifth amendment rights.

Check out the vid clip…

Do you think he was wrong fro using that word?

So Girls, have you ever felt like a teacher has ever crossed line in your classroom?

Speak Out!