About Stevie Rae Hicks

Storyteller. Educator. Culture Shifter.

My name is Stevie Rae Hicks, and I believe education is more than a system—it’s a sacred space for transformation. Raised in South Central Los Angeles and deeply shaped by the legacy of Tuskegee, Alabama, I carry both the fire of the city and the soul of the South in everything I do.

For over a decade, I’ve served as an English educator, peer helper coordinator, head coach, and community organizer. My mission is simple yet urgent: to uplift students—especially those who are underserved and underestimated—through culturally affirming practices, academic excellence, and radical care.

But my work moves far beyond the classroom.

I’ve led outreach for historic restoration initiatives in Tuskegee, built programs rooted in racial and social justice, and cultivated spaces that celebrate Black identity, history, and brilliance. From strategic fundraising to youth empowerment, I move with intention and purpose in every space I enter.

I don’t follow vibes—I create culture.

Rooted in purpose and fueled by passion, I don’t just show up when systems fall short—
I reimagine what’s possible, refine what’s broken, and build something bolder.

Across classrooms, coaching sessions, and curriculum design, my work centers students while shifting school culture. I create learning experiences that are rigorous, liberatory, and wrapped in joy—frameworks that speak to both data and spirit.

And my journey? It doesn’t stop there.

I once owned a bookstore devoted to Black excellence and joy—a sacred space for truth-telling, community gathering, and radical imagination. From that vision grew The Cool School—a homeschool co-op and cultural hub built to educate our children in ways traditional systems never could. We didn’t just meet standards—we expanded them.

That legacy lives on through SamCol by Hicks—a creative brand inspired by my children, Sammie and Colby. Through custom, cultured pins, I celebrate Black brilliance, ancestral pride, and everyday joy—wearable art with a message.

I move with intention.
I build with care.
I come from bloodline and audacity—no blueprint.

This work? It’s personal.
This mission? It’s spiritual.

Whether I’m developing curriculum, leading professional learning, speaking truth in policy spaces, or designing something beautiful that honors our people—

Rooted. Audacious. Evolving.

The vibe is Rae. And the work? It’s real.