Advocacy Cultures Professional Development 
A Principal's Reflections
FEBRUARY 19, 2017
The desire to increase agency in the form of voice, choice, and advocacy should be viewed as just as important for educators (teachers and administrators) as it is for students. Voice Educators, both teachers and administrators, should have a say in many elements that influence a school’s learning culture.
Cult of Pedagogy
APRIL 14, 2024
I’ve had a number of kids that have come through my doors that come from different backgrounds, beliefs, cultures, religions. The American Association of School Librarians has an Advocacy Toolkit packed with information and links to tools that can help you advocate for school librarians.
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ED Surge
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Performing the Autopsy Proponents of the detracking effort see themselves as fighting against the tide of the countrys education system and, even more difficult, its culture. But is that true, and if so what would it look like? The district also should have devoted more resources for teacher support, such as coaching, he adds.
A Principal's Reflections
DECEMBER 17, 2017
I mention this, as it is important to note that it isn’t one particular action or person that ultimately moves an idea or initiative into something that positively impacts school culture. Our collective goal is to create an immersive experience that moves beyond the typical one and done professional development.
The Hechinger Report
JANUARY 6, 2020
The lack of cultural competence and consideration affects black students disproportionately — hence, the severity of racial disparities surrounding certain issues, such as the school-to-prison pipeline. However, the tension needs to be released and, instead, the future of our young black boys needs to be seriously considered.
ED Surge
AUGUST 28, 2024
Still, despite these challenges, I believe my story is important — not only to create a better understanding of Muslim culture and Muslim women’s identity, but also to build a more welcoming educational environment for Muslim educators and students. The hijab and what it represents in Islam is often misunderstood and unfairly stereotyped.
Digital Promise
JANUARY 13, 2021
Verizon Innovative Learning Schools coaches were often tapped to help lead the transition in their districts , drawing on the program’s tech-focused professional development to prepare teachers to engage with students virtually. As a result, coaches are creating supportive, collaborative learning cultures.
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