Sentences with phrase «educational equity and justice»
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During his time in the classroom, Neil was struck by the vast opportunity gaps that impacted his students and as a result, Neil has dedicated his professional career to educational equity and justice.
EduColor seeks to elevate the voices of public school advocates of color on educational equity and justice.
Jose Vilson of EduColor, a movement and platform for educational equity and justice, discusses strategies for elevating the voices of public school advocates of color.
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This Roncesvalles shop isn't just for kids, but it has an impressive children's section at the back, filled with unusual titles and educational books that focus on social justice, equity, and diversity.
I am fighting for true equality for all; for equal pay and fair treatment at work, expanded voting rights, educational equity, criminal justice reform, freedom from gun violence in our schools and on our streets, and health care for all Americans.
«We will not stop working until the bright light of opportunity shines on all New Yorkers,» Cuomo said, emphasizing also the need for economic equity in the educational system, racial and economic justice in the judicial system and voter empowerment in the electoral system.
As the son of an educator and activists, El - Mekki had a strong desire to dive into a cause that would address issues relating to social justice, equity and educational opportunities.
Pringle has been recognized by education and social justice organizations for her commitment to educational equity.
Paul C. Gorski is an associate professor of Integrative Studies in George Mason University's New Century College, where he teaches classes on class and poverty, educational equity, animal rights, and environmental justice.
It does so despite the preponderance of evidence that, as the authors of one educational study from 2002 wrote, «school choice, on average, does not produce the equity and social justice that proponents spin.»
The event is behind held in conjunction with The Alliance to Reclaim Our Schools (AROS), an organization that works on behalf of «educational justice and equity in access to school resources and opportunities.»
Dr. Newcomb also received the 2011 Social Justice Teaching Award from the Leadership for Social Justice SIG of the American Educational Research Association «for work that represents exemplary commitment to teaching that promotes social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the field of educational administration.Justice Teaching Award from the Leadership for Social Justice SIG of the American Educational Research Association «for work that represents exemplary commitment to teaching that promotes social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the field of educational administration.Justice SIG of the American Educational Research Association «for work that represents exemplary commitment to teaching that promotes social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the field of educational administration.justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the field of educational administration.»
About Partnership for Educational Justice (PEJ) An affiliate of the national education nonprofit 50CAN, PEJ pursues educational equity through legal action that empowers families and communities to improve the quality of public schools.
Leaders and changemakers actively transforming the educational system to reflect the values of justice and equity frequently suffer from frustration, a sense of overwhelm, and burnout.
Under Ralia's leadership, PEJ has launched new landmark education lawsuits in Minnesota and New Jersey, built coalitions across the country for families seeking justice, and most recently, partnered with 50CAN to strengthen the chapter in the education reform movement utilizing legal strategies for educational equity.
We are actively seeking support from organizations and individuals who share Reach's commitment to achieving equity and social justice through increased educational opportunities for all students, regardless of socio - economic background.
UTLA President Alex Caputo - Pearl mentioned the day of action as part of his state of the union speech in July and said the event will be in coordination with the Alliance to Reclaim Our Schools, a national group of parent, youth and community organizations and labor groups whose stated goal is «fighting for educational justice and equity in access to school resources and opportunities.»
«We think about Dr. King's words, «Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere,» and when we think about it, it's our youth whose future is at stake,» said Jackie Thompson, educational equity director for Davis School District.
Classes are student - centered, problem - based, experiential, and hands on with a deep commitment to educational equity, inclusion and social justice.
He blogs about teaching, matters of justice, and educational equity issues at natebowling.com and is the host of the Nerd Farmer Podcast.
Therefore educators and policy makers in the Arab world should communicate these concepts pragmatically as well as theoretically, starting with formulating a new vision for education in the Arab World, a deep and continuous revision of their curriculums, setting standards for equal chances in professional development, and making serious efforts in creating an educational philosophy not only for gender equity, but rather for human justice.
But more than that, my family is deeply concerned with social justice, and that is the passion for educational equity that compelled me to apply for TFA,» Jackson said.
She is also a Teach for America alumni, and her passion for social justice and educational equity continues to be of paramount importance to her.
From a young age, I was exposed to people working towards social justice and educational equity.
The George Mason University School Counseling Program prepares students to be comprehensive school counselors who advocate for educational equity and social justice, and who remove barriers to academic achievement for all students.
How can educators create and support the conditions for educational equity and racial justice in our schools?
It is contingent on... seeing cultural differences as assets; creating caring learning communities where culturally different individuals and heritages are valued; using cultural knowledge of ethnically diverse cultures, families, and communities to guide curriculum development, classroom climates, instructional strategies, and relationships with students; challenging racial and cultural stereotypes, prejudices, racism, and other forms of intolerance, injustice, and oppression; being change agents for social justice and academic equity; mediating power imbalances in classrooms based on race, culture, ethnicity, and class; and accepting cultural responsiveness as endemic to educational effectiveness in all areas of learning for students from all ethnic groups.»
Also a retreat leader focused on mindfulness for leaders, self - compassion and permissioning in leadership and social action, Kirsten was a founding board member of the Institute for Democratic Education in America (IDEA), a national not - for - profit organizing educational leaders, teachers, students, and parents around a vision for education founded in greater equity, social justice, compassion and passionate learning.
Characterizing Sonia as «a brilliant, compassionate, original, and diligent scholar who is strongly committed to social justice and educational equity,» Jim summarizes the «influence of her work in the United States and nations around the world [as] enormous and pathbreaking.»
APP prepares the type of public school leaders who are needed most — those who are committed to social justice and have the skills to galvanize communities to address issues of educational equity.»
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She has been an activist for public education and underrepresented populations at the national, state, and local level, including marching on Washington on a «Journey for Justice», presenting at conferences, giving testimony at legislative sessions, and being published on topics related to educational equity.
As the son of an educator and activists, I had a strong desire to dive into a cause that would address issues relating to social justice, equity and educational opportunities.
Teaching and Research Interests: Current issues in literacy education, including multicultural literature, social justice and educational equity, and new literacies.