"There is no clear path to understanding how to educate BIPOC students if there is no understanding of the systemic barriers they face." Teacher preparation programs must confront their role in fostering that understanding.
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For Third Culture Kids, rigid definitions of identity and belonging can make them feel excluded, devalued and hesitant to express themselves. Here are ways educators can signal support for students who belong to multiple identity groups.
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Kim Graves was appointed as the new Chief of School Support. A new position that serves on the Superintendent’s Cabinet, overseeing both principals and Administrative Services as well as Student Services to serve schools and students. Congratulations Kim! apsva.us/post/school-board-a…
“An apology is hard. It requires vulnerability. That can be especially difficult given the teacher-student dynamic.” @HuffPosthuffpost.com/entry/teachers-…
We want to thank our wonderful and dedicated Equity Team (teachers, students, and parents) for their support this year.
Thank you @ADL and @APSEquity for the NPFH gifts.
Be the change you want to see in the world. - Mahatma Gandhi
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In celebration of Pride Month, today’s #GoogleDoodle honors astronomer, veteran, & gay rights activist, Dr. Frank Kameny—an influential figure in the LGBTQ rights movement 🔭🌈❤️
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If mindfulness programs in schools aren't rooted in culturally sustaining practices and justice, they can do more harm than good—and run the risk of becoming tools of compliance rather than liberation.
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This is the last day of AAPI Heritage Month but submissions are still being accepted for the inaugural K-12 Historical Marker Contest! Information about the contest and other resources to initiate project-based learning are available at: ow.ly/Hf0q50EY1QV#EdEquityVA
Hoffman-Boston Equity Influencers have donated new books for our library! Thank you, @ADL, for the Book Matters: Children's Literature list.
"All readers should be represented in books." - John Corey Whaley
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Student Ambassadors at Hoffman Boston meet to select No Place for Hate Activities!!! # NPFH # EQUITYINACTIONVA #Equity Influencers #Equity in action at APS
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Student Ambassadors at Hoffman Boston meet to select No Place for Hate Activities!!! # NPFH # EQUITYINACTIONVA #Equity Influencers #Equity in action at APS @APSEquity
As part of it’s celebration of Black History Month, @amazon presented a $15,000 donation to support @WHSHappenings The donation will include the book Stamped: Racism, Anti-Racism, and You by Jason Reynolds – which focuses on anti-racism, cultural awareness and proficiency.