The Heartbeat
School Counselors are highly trained educators who work to support every student in their building. Additionally, school counselors provide resources to the entire school community including parents, teachers, and administrators. Their work is recognized annually during the first week of February which is only a tiny reflection of the amount of work they do daily.
celebration of life
We are celebrating another year. My 48th circle around the sun will be the best ever. The theme is Forty - ATE because it's the year of giving it my all, doing what needs to be done, and solidifying my expertise in all things Black girls and leadership! Let's GO!
Carletta S. Hurt, Ph.D.
Dr. Carletta S. Hurt is a passionate educator, producer, and a fierce youth advocate. She currently is an educator for middle and high school students.
The American School Counselor Association (ASCA) named Carletta the 2016 DC School Counselor of the Year (SCOY). In 2019, the National Black MBA Association - DC Chapter rewarded her as Mentor of the Year. She is a sought after speaker and has presented both nationally and regionally.
Carletta earned her Doctorate in Philosophy in Urban Leadership and Entrepreneurship with a concentration in Urban Education from The University of the District of Columbia in May 2023. She received her B.A. in Education from Oglethorpe University and her two advanced degrees (M.Ed and Ed.S) from Georgia State University. Carletta worked in Georgia as a teacher in Decatur City Schools and a school counselor in Fulton County Schools on the elementary and high school levels.
Carletta is an award-winning filmmaker including the groundbreaking documentary about dress code biases against black girls in DC Schools, Clothed Minds. She is a 2023 American University Humanities Truck Fellow and 2022 Docs in Progress Fellow. Carletta is working on her first novel, 20 Reasons Why I Love Girl Power (And You Should Too) set for release in Fall 2024 and a
She is the founder of IN THE LOOP Program of Success.