Dangerously Irrelevant

MAY 26, 2020

My online Leadership for Social Justice class launches in 2 weeks. Coronavirus Chronicles 006 – Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency. Coronavirus Chronicles 021 – San Diego County Office of Education. I thought it would be fun to crowdsource some ideas here. not theoretical philosophizing)?

Social Justice 76

Social Justice Leadership Elementary School High School 76

The Hechinger Report

MAY 2, 2018

Tyndall turned down a bevy of offers from colleges in other states to attend Rutgers’ Honors Living-Learning Community (HLLC), which brings together dozens of students each year for a residential program that combines rigorous academics with a social-justice focus. “I Higher Education. According to the U.S. Weekly Update.

Social Justice 89

Social Justice Economics Public School Library 89

ED Surge

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

I was part of a cohort of about 100 first-year educators, all united by a common mission: to serve under-resourced and underserved schools. But very quickly, I learned that teaching in a Title I school, where a high percentage of low-income students face significant educational gaps , was far more challenging than I had anticipated.

Classroom Management 137

Classroom Management Social Justice Lesson Plan Cultures 137

Digital Promise

MARCH 2, 2021

How can school districts create more equitable opportunities and dismantle systemic barriers facing many students, families, and educators? Leaders shared strategies and learned from the Toronto District School Board, where leadership has explicitly centered and invested in equity. Set a clear and explicit vision for equity.

Education 139

Education Social Justice Public School Leadership 139

Dangerously Irrelevant

JUNE 5, 2020

Beginning next week, my summer students and I will co-create our Leadership for Social Justice class together, recognizing that none of us has all of the answers but that we all can do something. I am grateful for the willingness of others to share their leadership and resources. Books: Anti-racism. No related posts.

Social Justice 109

Social Justice Leadership Pedagogy Social Studies 109

Cult of Pedagogy

APRIL 1, 2024

However, there are groups of smart, highly motivated people who are coming up with some creative ways to address this situation, surprisingly affordable pathways for training good, enthusiastic educators. ” Eckert believes this appeal to social change is what makes EdRising different from recruitment programs of the past.

Social Justice 204

Social Justice Pedagogy Library Leadership 204

Digital Promise

JUNE 12, 2020

As a white educator engaging in anti-racist efforts, one of the most frustrating things I have seen in my 15-year teaching career is schools and districts purchasing costly adaptive learning programs that require rapid, singular responses from students, and dedicating tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of devices to delivering these programs.

EdTech 152

EdTech Social Justice Leadership Cultures 152

Dangerously Irrelevant

JULY 22, 2020

This is my second update on my new summer Master’s seminar, Leadership During a Crisis. In addition to helping identify readings and multimedia for us to look at before each class session, my students also have taken the lead on identifying guest speakers to come talk with us about crisis leadership. Plus my students are incredible.

Leadership 63

Leadership Social Justice High School Education 63

ED Surge

JUNE 23, 2023

When Schools Don't Invest in the Arts, It Harms Students Evidence shows that arts education builds empathy, promotes healthy social development and helps students engage with others, but unfortunately, not all students have access. First, school leaders and educators must prioritize community partnerships.

Community Engagement 111

Community Engagement Cultures Social Justice Leadership 111

The Hechinger Report

JULY 3, 2023

And with public schools struggling to fill teacher vacancies with qualified educators, district and school leaders can’t afford to lose any more teachers,period. I think of how those 16 years as a principal elevated my own leadership skills and helped me found and lead the Center for Black Educator Development.

Social Justice 144

Social Justice Leadership Elementary School Professional Development 144

The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Buffalo educators hoped Eve’s new program would give more children — particularly children of color — a chance at enrichment and advanced learning. Buffalo’s struggle to create an integrated, equitable gifted program demonstrates a longtime challenge that has recently gained attention: Gifted education in America has a race problem.

Education 145

Education Elementary School High School Public School 145

ED Surge

MAY 5, 2023

And in a survey administered by the National Education Association in 2022, 55 percent of teachers and support professionals who responded indicated they are thinking about leaving the profession earlier than they had planned. As a veteran educator with over 20 years in the classroom, I’ve seen the consequences of teacher turnover.

Social Justice 145

Social Justice Leadership Professional Development Cultures 145

The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 27, 2016

Data show there is plenty of room for improvement in leadership ranks: The most recent survey of 1,662 U.S. The 2012 survey from the American Council on Education was sent to public and private colleges and universities across the U.S., Related: Why more black students are enrolling in historically black colleges. percent of the U.S.

Social Justice 110

Social Justice Leadership Political Science Education 110

Dangerously Irrelevant

JANUARY 12, 2021

Educators should help students understand how oppressors justified their actions in history without giving credit to their arguments. … Educators don’t take stock in conspiracy theories. We stand up for truth, justice, and decency. Leadership for social justice: Class update 1. Related Posts.

Controversial Topics 79

Controversial Topics Social Justice Leadership History 79

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 6, 2023

But white leaders have tried to restrict our education for centuries. Related: While white students get specialists, struggling Black and Latino readers often get left on their own And the Black community has always found ways to deliver the education our children deserve. DeSantis’ playbook is plagiarized.

History 112

History American History Social Justice Leadership 112

Dangerously Irrelevant

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

utilize digital technologies in academic- and work-productive ways that go far beyond social uses or mere replication of analog instructional practices. utilize digital technologies in academic- and work-productive ways that go far beyond social uses or mere replication of analog instructional practices. Principal 2.0 (new new book!).

Leadership 82

Leadership Social Justice High School Teaching 82

ED Surge

JANUARY 6, 2022

As another pandemic year draws to a close, a few key themes have risen to the top in education. Also: Our continued coverage of the collapse of China’s online tutoring market, and its global ramifications, became required reading for anyone interested in education. Then, Public Education. Then, Public Education.

K-12 118

K-12 Tutoring EdTech Social Justice 118

Digital Promise

AUGUST 2, 2018

On July 16-18, Digital Promise held the fifth annual Education Innovation Clusters Convening (#EdClusters18) in Philadelphia, with our co-host the ExCITe Center at Drexel University. EdClusters18 focused on clarifying the future vision, tools, and action steps for education innovation. Lean Lab Education (Kansas City).

EdTech 77

EdTech Education Social Justice Research 77

Mr and Mrs Social Studies

JANUARY 16, 2023

As educators, we must provide our students with the tools and resources they need to make informed decisions about their future careers. Job Skills for Students While middle school students are not yet ready to look into higher education and figure out their exact career path, the earlier they start thinking about it, the better.

Middle School 130

Middle School Teaching Social Justice Social Studies 130

The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 6, 2016

Julian Ambriz (left), a teacher joining PUC Schools through the Alumni Teach Project this year, works with his mentor, Justin Gutierrez (right), a physical education teacher, during a training session in July. For years, education reformers, particularly in the charter school world, have focused on recruiting the best teachers.

Social Justice 111

Social Justice Charter School High School Public School 111

The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Education in prison can be key to reducing recidivism. After deportation, with no support, education or job skills, felons sometimes return to the United States, where their families reside, and can then be charged with new felonies for doing so. Credit: Wayne D’Orio for The Hechinger Report.

Social Justice 108

Social Justice Humanities Leadership Government 108

ED Surge

OCTOBER 2, 2024

My journey into teaching was born from a deep-seated curiosity about the transformative power of education and a drive for social justice. I’ve earned two master’s degrees, received a Fulbright scholarship and participated in several prestigious education fellowships. That burden, I carry quietly, and often alone.

Teaching 124

Teaching K-12 Social Justice Elementary School 124

Political Science Now

MARCH 14, 2025

renowned political scientist, distinguished educator, and cherished mentor, passed away on January 26, 2025, at the age of 93. Holdens contributions to the field of political science and his commitment to justice and equity have left an indelible mark on academia and beyond. Dr. Matthew Holden Jr. Christophers. Dr. Matthew Holden Jr.s

Oral History 44

Oral History Political Science Social Justice Social Science 44

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 1, 2019

Rather, it’s a systematic, sweeping inequity that pervades our country’s education system and separates the “have” districts from the have-nots. Inadequate educational support is nothing new. Throughout history, we have seen how educational institutions show pervasive bias toward black and brown students.

Social Justice 111

Social Justice Tutoring Cultures Leadership 111

Edthena

OCTOBER 29, 2021

This edition of noted content for educators includes how to lead more effective teacher PD, address teacher stress, and create a classroom culture of learning. What does this mean for educators sitting in professional development? So, what can educators do about it? Teacher stress is especially rising during the pandemic.

Professional Development 98

Professional Development Social Justice Cultures Classroom Management 98

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 27, 2021

Educate yourself if you are unsure how to begin. Learning for Justice has excellent resources, and I recommend talking through lessons with colleagues or even practicing them together. She holds a masters in Educational Leadership and Social Justice from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is currently working toward her Ph.D.

Social Justice 98

Social Justice Elementary School Humanities Leadership 98

ED Surge

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

As a junior in college, TFA’s "mission” of ending educational inequity appealed to students like myself: hardworking and passionate about the intersection of social justice and education. The Teach for America mindset is that a two-year commitment is enough to take a bite out of systemic inequities in education.

Teaching 108

Teaching Social Justice Pedagogy Lesson Plan 108

The Hechinger Report

JUNE 20, 2020

Troy Alim, who has been a social justice activist for the past several years, said he is inspired by the leadership of young Black students and agrees that most of the university statements are window dressing. “I Why do we have to spend so much time fighting for these things when we should be focusing on our education?”

Advocacy 145

Advocacy Social Justice History Cultures 145

Dangerously Irrelevant

JUNE 25, 2016

It’s a website, it’s a hashtag, it’s an email newsletter, it’s a weekly chat, it’s a call for social justice. Two years ago this fall, Jose Vilson launched EduColor. Most of all, as he and the other organizers say, it’s ‘a movement, not a moment.’ ’ Many of us haven’t paid too much attention to EduColor.

Social Justice 75

Social Justice Education Leadership 75

The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 4, 2023

“You have to get good grades, you have to find a way to do the academics, but also become leaders,” said Alleyne, the energetic co-founder and CEO of TeenSHARP , a nonprofit that prepares students from underrepresented backgrounds for higher education. “In Fight for social justice.” In your schools, do something!

Heritage 143

Heritage Social Justice High School Political Science 143

ED Surge

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

CompuGirls was founded in 2006 by Dr. Kim Scott and introduces adolescent girls to the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through culturally responsive practices and social justice. While my digital experiences trained me for these interactions, this frustration fuels me as a cyber educator.

Social Justice 98

Social Justice Lesson Plan Cultures Private School 98

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 5, 2021

Emily House, executive director, Tennessee Higher Education Commission and the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation. “It It’s a real barrier,” said Zora Mulligan, the state’s commissioner of higher education.) Laura Perna, executive director, Alliance for Higher Education and Democracy at the University of Pennsylvania.

Economics 143

Economics Sociology Social Justice High School 143

Political Science Now

AUGUST 1, 2024

Curricular innovations include utilizing new textbooks or workbooks, creating a new active learning experience, and utilizing APSA Educate resources to improve face-to-face or online learning environments. She has been a Political Science educator for twenty-four years.

Political Science 54

Political Science Social Justice Pedagogy Sociology 54

Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

In partnership with the Center for Global Education at Asia Society , the League of Innovative Schools has launched innovation study tours –– a learning opportunity focused on deeper learning and equity. Education at Asia Society. Tony Jackson Vice president for the Center for Global Education at Asia Society.

Middle School 102

Middle School Social Justice Cultures Professional Development 102

Edthena

JUNE 7, 2021

Educators often review videos of their teaching to reflect on and strengthen their instructional practice. Dr. Bryan Carter is the undergraduate program director and a professor at the City University of Seattle in the School of Education and Leadership and is passionate about teacher self-reflection.

Social Justice 80

Social Justice Leadership Humanities Teaching 80

The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 27, 2016

“Some people will say that this is zero sum game; that if some children are getting a better education that must mean that other children are getting a worse education. Cutting your nose to spite your face is a common practice in education reform. I don’t believe that.”. Last year, former Gov.

Charter School 109

Charter School Public School Social Justice High School 109

Geogramblings

JULY 13, 2024

A native of Middlesbrough, Stephen’s experiences growing up in the 1980s during a time of significant economic change have shaped his commitment to social justice and his belief in the power of education to drive positive change. ClimateAmbassadors #Education [link]

Social Justice 58

Social Justice Geography Leadership Economics 58