“I am the sum of all my journeys — the streets, the struggle, the soul.” Written by Dennis Harvell Bronx Hero: Piri Thomas The Origin Story Born Juan Pedro Tomas to Puerto Rican and Cuban parents, Piri Thomas grew up between East Harlem and the South Bronx — neighborhoods that shaped his identity, sharpened his… Continue reading Bronx Hero: Piri Thomas
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Bronx Hero: Dr. Ruth B. Love
“Education is not preparation for life — it is the power to transform it.” Written by Dennis Harvell Bronx Hero: Dr. Ruth B. Love The Origin Story Dr. Ruth B. Love, an influential educator and administrator, spent key years of her career shaping the educational landscape of the Bronx. Known for her bold leadership and… Continue reading Bronx Hero: Dr. Ruth B. Love