Grades are subjective and only sometimes reflect actual learning.
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What I learned from this experience was the value of the unofficial mentor.
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Do we want our students to be included in a burning house?
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Where we invest our time says everything about what we value, right?
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Reciprocal Vulnerability- The idea that we must explore and share the things that make us uncomfortable to build stronger connections with others.
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I enjoyed working locally in Idaho at the WCA Youth REPs Retreat.
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Here are a few interview questions you may want to add to your interview structure
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Pump your brakes!
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with strategies for all students during Arab American Heritage Month and beyond. We'd love to take a Deep Dive Into Amplifying Student Voices with you!
Hey Advocates,
Unfortunately, another senseless act of violence occurred earlier this week in the US. My heart goes out to the Covenant School community.
Darlene and I were in San Diego this week at the Deeper Learning Conference. We facilitated a four-hour workshop, "A Deep Dive into Amplifying Student Voices." We believe that students need to occupy spaces where they can freely be themselves. However, society has taught us which identities are prioritized and valued. Doing so contributes to normalizing how different identities from the dominant group are devalued and othered. Schools are spaces that are supposed to serve all students; when students' lived experiences are not valued or treated as equally important, they either adapt to the culture or ostracize themselves due to feelings of oppression.
Our session was about developing a framework for fostering a culture of belonging in which each student feels valued and loved at your school. We had participants...
Finding Joy in Equity Work: Five Ways to Create a More Inclusive Classroom
In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the importance of equity work in education. However, I would argue that since the murder of George Floyd, there has been pushback from folks who lack the understanding of what equity truly is. Equity work involves creating a learning environment that recognizes and addresses systemic barriers that may prevent certain students from succeeding, such as racism, poverty, or discrimination based on gender, sexuality, or ability.
While this work can be challenging, it is also enriching for educators and students. This post will explore five ways to find joy in equity work in education: celebrating small wins, connecting with others, embracing learning, creating meaningful connections with students, and remembering your "why." By incorporating these strategies into your daily practice, you can create a more inclusive and equitable classroom and help all students reach their full potential.
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Celebrate Small Wins: Equity...
20 Diversity Equity and Inclusion Activities To Do With Your Team
Leading change is a collaborative effort and thoughtful leaders must begin with the end in mind. However, leading change involves strategic planning sessions that increase awareness of the blind spots within our professional practices. This playbook features 20 activities you can use to lead change initiatives with the goal of ensuring equity within your organization.