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Teachers, especially our white educators, let’s have a real conversation. We spend our days crafting inclusive classrooms, dismantling stereotypes, and fighting for educational equity. But guess what? That commitment can’t clock out at 3 PM. The casual comments at the bar about “those kids” or the jokes that land with a thud because they’re rooted in bias? Those are the very things perpetuating the systemic oppression we work so hard to combat in class. We all have biases, it’s a fact. But ignoring them is like trying to fight a hydra with a water balloon. We gotta acknowledge them, understand where they come from, and then actively dismantle them. So, let’s ditch the after-school microaggressions and embrace the after-school micro-reflections. Book clubs on dismantling racism? Movie nights that challenge stereotypes? Count us in! Remember, the only way to break the cycle is to be the change we want to see in our classrooms. Let’s make sure those late-night conversations are about building bridges, not reinforcing them. #DisruptTheBias #EquityStartsHere #WokeTeachers #LeadByExample #EndRacismInSchools #InclusiveEducation #MoreThanATeacher #UnconsciousBias #blackteacher #MicroaggressionsHurt #blackeducator #blackeducators https://lnkd.in/gcQ8MCde

According to a 2023 federal report Black women classroom educators only make of 7.5 percent of educators in America. The percentage of Black women as administrators and superintendent is lower at just 8.0% (elementary), 4.8%(secondary) 1.9% (Superintendents| Heads of School). The presence of Black women as educators and administrators within the K12 educational setting is vital for inspiring all students, especially #BIPOC girls. These visible role models embody resilience, intelligence, and leadership, challenging stereotypes and broadening horizons. They offer a powerful counter-narrative to negative portrayals in society, instilling a sense of possibility and self-confidence in girls; especially BIPOC girls. Black women in educational roles not only serve as examples of greatness but also foster empowerment and resilience in students. They bring unique perspectives, promote self-advocacy, and support social-emotional development, creating a nurturing environment where students can thrive and believe in their potential. For example, as an experienced Black administrator who has served in various roles including as a classroom educator, I created opportunities to build empowering relationships with all students; in particular BIPOC students via scheduled lunch-bunch chats, scheduled advisory meetings, study group collaboration, student walk-chats, morning and afternoon check-ins, and student group advisor. Through these actions, students were able to see my support for them; which not only empowers them, but builds self-confidence. In terms of action steps, schools can implement to maximize impact and be intentional include creating mentoring programs, providing safe spaces for open dialogue, celebrating achievements, and integrating diverse voices in curriculum and activities. By partnering with local organizations and businesses, the influence of Black women can extend beyond the school community. For example, hosting events that showcase the contributions of Black women in various fields; which can inspire all students and foster a culture of inclusivity and respect. Thus, empowering all girls, especially BIPOC girls to thrive, feel empowered, to pursue their dreams with confidence. #EmpowerHER #EmpowerME #BlackWomen #K12Education #Womenempowerment #Rolemodels #BIPOCGirls #RoleModelsMatter #BlackWomeninEducation #Empowerment #EducationalLeadership #Leadership #MondayMotivation #Inspiration #SchoolAdministrators #BlackWomenAdminstrators #BlackEducators #StudentSuccess

Empathy is the first step, but we need systemic action. Black girls are too often harshly judged in schools due to implicit bias. Let’s use equity-focused design to create environments where all students are supported and uplifted. We need solutions that recognize and dismantle systemic barriers.? Read more the full article from Education Week: https://lnkd.in/g-9PrQfz #EquitableSchools #InclusiveDesign #AntiRacistEducation

Hold up, school leaders!?We gotta talk about the elephant in the classroom #RACIALBIAS. We all know it exists, but a new study just dropped some truth bombs that’ll leave you speechless. Apparently, the way teachers talk about students can perpetuate negative stereotypes and lead to Black students getting unfairly disciplined. “Disruptive” or “energetic”? Words matter, and this study shows how innocent-seeming language can fuel a system that disproportionately punishes Black students. This ain’t just about one study, folks. Research keeps saying the same thing, teacher bias is a HUGE barrier to success for Black students. It starts early, compounds over time, and can lead to academic failure and worse. So, leaders, what are you gonna do about it? We need a deep dive into school policies and implicit bias training that’s more than a check-the-box exercise. Let’s dismantle the “coded racial stereotypes” holding Black students back. Let’s create a system where ALL students feel seen, valued, and supported. Thoughts??? #EquityIsTheGoal #BlackExcellenceMatters #TimeForChange #WordsHavePower #CodedRacismAlert #BreakingTheCycle #ActionOverWords #blackeducator #blackeducators #blackteachers https://lnkd.in/dkV3EP92

Classroom conversations: a student perspective Recent research published in Education Next reveals that most U.S. high school students feel their teachers engage in discussions about controversial topics, including race and politics. The study, based on a survey of 850 students, found that over half reported hearing phrases like "Black lives matter" and "white privilege" in class. While 36% of students noted that teachers often claim "America is a fundamentally racist nation," 56% also said teachers argue that the U.S. has made significant progress toward racial equality. Gary W. Ritter, dean of Saint Louis University's School of Education, stated, "The results paint a nuanced portrait of American classrooms," indicating no clear bias in classroom discussions. The findings suggest that while teachers address contentious issues, students feel comfortable sharing differing opinions, with 75% stating they rarely feel uncomfortable doing so. Stay ahead of the latest news and trends impacting the education world: ?? https://lnkd.in/dyhRncr8 #Education #Schools #classroom

Critical Thinking, Chaos or Civics? These are confusing times for young people.?They have had little or no civics education.?They have ?had little or no conversation about democracy. They have had little or no conversation or experience about what community is or what it feels like. We have let a whole generation of young people down.?Fortunately, some have escaped our ineptitude. Was it accidental that some young people have learned how to work within the system to make change? What needs to be done to deliberately engage them in high ideals? A civics education provided some of the survivors of the Parkland massacre the ability to see that they had power. Today their efforts to establish a viable organization to elect young people is successful. They are the exception. Putnam’s Bowling Alone describes the hyper-individualism that seems to be increasing.?It is possible that this lack of community can help explain the increase in authoritarianism that confounds many. ? What do the sit-ins, tent cities and protest however say about the youth who are engaged? Engagement is a good thing.?We want youth to feel that they have a voice.?But as the protests persist, is it possible that the critical thinking necessary to understand complex issues is missing? When long time activist Lisa Fithian is seen helping Columbia students take over a building, is it cause for concern. Who is she? She calls herself a professional agitator. “I create crisis, because crisis it that edge where change is possible,” she told Malcolm Harris for The New Inquiry in March of 2012. https://lnkd.in/gDvaDTDb ?Is that the lesson we want the future leaders to hold? Colleges and universities have two main responsibilities; to educate and keep all students safe.?They have failed on both counts these last two weeks.?Instead of allowing professional agitators to influence our young people, we all have the responsibility to educate and inform them. In this case allowing students to respond with antisemitism (from the river to the sea) or anti Palestinian rhetoric does not serve the world well. We should be ashamed at the state of anger, violence, lack of clear thinking and critical understanding that our failures have created.?Civics needs to be added to the K-12 curriculum now! ? ?

We need a diverse teaching force that reflects the beautiful tapestry of our student body! How can we truly steer students towards success if we haven’t walked in their shoes? Diverse teachers bring unique perspectives, lived experiences, and a deeper understanding of the challenges our students face. A white teacher can be culturally competent all day long, but they can’t fully grasp the nuances of a Black student’s experience. A room full of students from different backgrounds craves role models who look like them, who understand their struggles, and who inspire them to aim high. It’s not just about ticking boxes – it’s about creating a classroom climate that fosters inclusion, belonging, and a sense of “I see myself here.” When students see educators of color achieving, it sends a powerful message: “I can do that too!” So, let’s be the change we want to see. Educators, let’s advocate for policies that attract and retain diverse talent.?Leaders, let’s invest in initiatives that shatter the glass ceiling in classrooms. And as a society, let’s dismantle the biases that hold us back. Together, let’s create classrooms where every student feels seen, heard, and celebrated for who they are.?Because in the end, diversity isn’t just a box to check – it’s the key to unlocking the full potential of every learner. #StrongerTogether #EducationRevolution #EveryChildThrives #RepresentationMatters #BreakingBarriers #EmpowermentThroughRepresentation #JusticeAndEquality #blackeducator #blackeducation #blackeducatorsmatter https://lnkd.in/gNxhTY9x

?? ???????????????? ?????????????? ?????????????????? ??????: ?????????????????? ?????????????????? ?????? ?????????????? ?? Today, on National Special Education Day, we celebrate a monumental step in education—the passing of the first federal special education law. This milestone reminds us of the power of diversity, inclusion, and empowerment in shaping a more equitable future. In my book, The Power of Purpose: Finding Your Life's Mission, I share how discovering one’s purpose can transform lives. For children with special needs, purpose begins with access to education that recognises their unique abilities. When we include and empower every child, we unlock their boundless potential and contribute to a more compassionate society. Inclusive education is not just a policy; it is a mindset. As I discuss in my YouTube video on Diversity and Inclusion in Leadership, diversity strengthens us all. It teaches resilience, creativity, and empathy. ?? Watch my video on Diversity and Inclusion in Leadership here: https://lnkd.in/dduFGXUW ?? Learn more about purpose in my book The Power of Purpose:https://lnkd.in/dkzJ7swD Let us advocate for a world where every child has the opportunity to thrive. What steps can you take today to support inclusion? #SpecialEducationDay #DiversityAndInclusion #Purpose #Leadership #InclusiveEducation

How can we strike a healthy balance on diversity, equity, and inclusion? Jal:?Why is it so hard to find a healthy equilibrium on DEI? It emerged as a needed response to the well-documented history of racism and exclusion that have governed all aspects of American society. The idea, in schools and universities as well as corporations and hospitals, is that those spaces have historically excluded or marginalized people who differ from the dominant white male norm and that a readjustment is therefore in order. Accelerated by the death of George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter Movement, these institutions have been rethinking various aspects of their structures and practices, which seems like a long-overdue development. Some constructive steps have emerged from this reexamination, in ways large and small. Syllabi have diversified, as many teachers have recognized that the canon of relevant knowledge is much broader than they thought. Elite universities and private schools have realized that they need to teach the hidden curriculum that comes with power and privilege, encouraging students who haven’t spent time in elite spaces that it is OK—and often necessary—to ask for help, that building relationships with professors and teachers should be the norm, and that self-advocacy is critical for success in life. Educational institutions have rethought whose voices and ideas to elevate, which holidays to celebrate, and even what to name their buildings. But then, in typical American fashion, we seem convinced that if some is good, more must be better. And then we see some of what has alienated the right in recent years: students self-censoring out of fear of being canceled by their peers, essay writing reimagined as a symptom of “white supremacy culture,” formerly benign words taken as microaggressions. It shouldn’t take a chastisement from President Obama that,?to paraphrase, every older person isn’t going to know the right language in every situation, for us to realize that an endless fight over the policing of each other’s words serves no one. And then, of course, the pendulum swung back the other way. Just as the left was at fault for its overreach, the right went overboard in its response. If you believed certain parts of the conservative press the past few years, you would have thought woke mobs were everywhere. Critical race theory became a bogeyman in education, even though there was almost no evidence it was being taught in K–12 schools. That only reenergized the left, and around and around we went. This vicious cycle remains with us today. Have we lost all sanity? Why do we keep swinging the pendulum back and forth? Read the whole thing here: https://lnkd.in/gvq4F2v7 And here: https://lnkd.in/gEQDCjpK

Okay so you’re an educator, dedicated to helping all your students thrive. But then you hear a colleague say something that makes your blood run cold - something that prioritizes adult comfort over the success of Black and Brown students.?NOPE not having it! The thing is, many educators of color face this kind of implicit bias on the regular. It’s time to break the cycle and stand up for our students! Let’s be honest, overt racism is easy to spot. But implicit bias? That sneaky snake hides in our assumptions and expectations. It’s time for white educators to step up, confront their own biases, and unlearn the harmful ideas they might have been raised with. Anger at blatant racism is one thing, but self-reflection and dismantling internal bias is the real game changer.? We gotta create classrooms where all students can soar, not ones built on outdated and frankly, racist expectations. White educators, it’s time to be allies, not bystanders! Challenge racist assumptions, speak up for your students of color, and help build a more equitable learning environment for everyone. Remember, student success matters more than adult comfort any day of the week! Thoughts??? #BlackandBrownSuccess #DismantleRacistClassrooms #ImplicitBiasBusters #WhiteEducatorAllies #UnlearnRacism #StudentSuccessFirst #EquityInEducation #BreakTheCycle #TogetherWeCan #blackeducators #blackteachers #blackeducatorsmatter https://lnkd.in/gW9iPA4h