Dr. Rex Fortune

Honoring the Life and Work of Educator Dr. Rex Fortune

Max Elramsisy, California Black MediaFebruary 2, 2023

Dr. Rex Fortune, who was a husband and father, an educator, author and advocate passed away on January 29, at the age of 81. He devoted his life to lifting up the most vulnerable students and closing the academic achievement gap and in doing so made a lasting impact on the lives of countless students and faculty members during his extensive career.

Op-Ed Opinion

Public Schools Get Funding to Bridge the Achievement Gap

Dr. Rex FortuneMarch 18, 2019

Serious steps that must be taken to close the achievement gap and improve educational outcomes for our lowest-performing students. In September 2018, California took a huge step forward in supporting thousands of students who are being left behind academically year after year.