Reva is a Boss Lady | The Cool & the Strong Shorts

Jour'nee Whetstone shares what it's like to play Reva, a character who is confident, kind, and driven — and reminds us how important it is to be yourself.

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Lights, Camera, Education: Behind the Scenes of The Cool and the Strong The Beauty of Benedict-TCATS Shorts

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The Beauty of Benedict-TCATS Shorts
Special scenes from Reva's dream were filmed at Benedict College, an HBCU in Columbia, SC. Enjoy this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the vibrant campus and its role in bringing the story to life.
Rex is Fly | The Cool & the Strong Shorts You Can! A South Carolina Education Town Hall

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You Can! A South Carolina Education Town Hall
Hear from notable panelists such as South Carolina Superintendent of Education, Ellen Weaver, Rashawn Aaron, founder of The Village Educational Services, as well as educators and students as they...
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You Can! | The Cool and the Strong
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Join Magic Strong, a bright, but struggling new student as he navigates his first day of school and makes friends with classmates, Rex and Reva. Their enchanting teacher, Mr. Gray encourages them to...
Think Big! | The Cool and the Strong 2

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Think Big! | The Cool and the Strong
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Magic, Rex, and Reva learn that thinking big is the key to unlocking a world of possibilities. Join the trio and their teacher, as they go on an extraordinary journey to Jim Hamilton - L.B. Owens...