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The unfinished business of Brown v. Board of Education, decided 70 years ago this month: Eric Foster LINK: https://lnkd.in/et_hdzUi #TheDailyConsultant #Education #Learning #TeachersPayTeachers #TpT _______________________________________________________________ Are you looking for Educational Tools for children? check out our education products: https://lnkd.in/e57b85eB 1. Addition Math Drills: https://lnkd.in/dHGzAs9k 2. Subtraction Math Drills: https://lnkd.in/dw56FKmZ

Accolade Assemblies - Crucial for Fostering Positive School Environment Here are reasons why they are important: 1. Recognition of Achievement: Celebrate small wins in academic, athletic, artistic, conduct and personal achievements, boost students' self-esteem, and encourage them to strive for excellence. 2 . Motivation - Public recognition encourages students to work harder and pursue their goals. 3. Positive School Culture - 4. Regularly celebrating successes helps create a supportive and inclusive school culture where achievements are valued. 4. Nurturing Good Behavior - Recognizing students for positive behavior and contributions promotes a culture of respect and responsibility. 5. Community Engagement - Accolade assemblies bring together students, teachers, and parents . This fosters a sense of community and shared purpose within the school. 6. Highlighting Diverse Talents: These events showcase a wide range of talents and achievements, helping students discover, hone, and appreciate the diversity of skills and interests among their peers. 7. Role Modeling: Recognizing exemplary students sets positive examples for others to follow, promoting a culture of aspiration and effort. Finally , accolade assemblies are essential for nurturing a positive and dynamic school environment that values and celebrates individual and collective achievements. Dear #teachers, #educators and #schoolleaders kindly add other benefits of #accolade #assemblies in #schools.

It was an honor to be interviewed by Authority Magazine on the five things you need to know to be a highly effective educator or teacher. As CEO of Brooklyn Lab Charter School, it is my responsibility to set up an environment in which my team — from classroom teachers to custodians – are set up for success. Here’s what we prioritize: · Compensation · Supporting teammates’ wellbeing · Investing in development · Representation · Cultivating a culture of belonging I hope you’ll read the full piece to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gD9rqmDy

Hi lovelies, I’m putting the finishing touches on a program I’m so excited about. It’s a course designed specifically for educators who want to create world-changing classroom environments, and let me tell you—it’s been a long time coming. I’ve been nurturing this idea for a minute *cough two years cough*, and it's finally coming to life. But before I tie it all up with a bow, I want to make sure I’m covering all the bases that our kiddos need to thrive. So far, the topics I’ve covered include: 1) Building inclusive classrooms where every child feels seen and valued for who they are 2) Understanding neurodiversity and how we can create supportive spaces for all learning styles 3) Fostering emotional intelligence and equipping our students with tools for healthy communication and self-regulation 4) Addressing anxiety-inducing classroom environments by identifying triggers, reducing stressors, and creating spaces where students feel safe and supported 5) Anti-racist education that unpacks the historical roots of racism and how it shows up in today’s world, especially in how Black joy is policed 6) Empowering student voices so they can be confident in speaking up and advocating for themselves and others 7) Creating safe spaces for our LGBTQIA+ students, ensuring they feel supported and celebrated Culturally responsive teaching that highlights the rich diversity of our students and their communities But this isn’t just my course—it’s for us. I'm a mama, too. I'm an educator, too. I would love to hear from you all, especially parents and educators. What are the issues you’re facing in the classroom or at home? What’s working, and where do you feel like your kiddos need more support? Please share your experiences and thoughts on what you think is most relevant or what you’d like to see covered in this course. My door is always open if you need help, support, or advocacy. We’re in this together, and I’m here for you. Sending love and light, Taimani Emerald: Author, Activist, Illustrator, & DEI Queen cute little art piece for attention

Young people are exposed to so much more information than generations before. In turn, they may be having life-changing experiences that they are not able to process and talk to anyone about. It is up to us to help them prepare and better understand some of the issues that they may face. So, let us invite kids to be a part of the discussion – the real discussion. This rang true for children’s book author and youth development professional Rashad Patterson who, while growing up in southwest Atlanta, saw the economic and educational disparities amongst his peers – first noticing this even during his time in elementary school. Not all his peers received the same attention, educational rigor. Rashad says this of his experience, “The teachers I had were not relatable and weren’t equipped to understand the needs of urban kids.” Rashad took those observations and turned them into a passion for relaying complex social issues into relatable and digestible stories for kids. A refreshing deviation from many children’s books that shy away from some of the very topics young people are experiencing, Rashad’s stories touch on topics involving colorism, abandonment, and racial profiling. He has published six books, been a guest on several nationally recognized podcasts, and has been invited to speak at almost a dozen metro Atlanta public schools. Keenly drawn to examine societal issues around inequality, Rashad received his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Georgia State University and studied Computer Information Systems at Chattanooga Tech. His studies in both helped him understand the relationship between knowledge and access. In addition to authoring his series of children’s books Rashad works closely with movement leaders and civic partners. Through book giveaways, distribution of school supplies to metro Atlanta students, and free holiday gift cards to single moms, Rashad continues to be an active part of his community. He has also partnered with the organization, Engineering for Kids, where he introduces students to the six stages of the engineering design process while executing projects based off the lessons. Here, Rashad incorporates his sociology and tech background teaching kids the importance of STEM while having discussions around life choices, integrity, and preparing them for a brighter future. For more information on Rashad Patterson and his books, visit www.rashadpatterson.com and make sure to follow @rashad_Patterson_ on all social media platforms. #stem #steam #author #writer #childrenauthor #writer #children #media #socialmedia #parentcontrol #parents

59 years of empowering young minds! Since 1965, Head Start programs have been dedicated to giving children the tools they need to thrive in school and beyond. NEMCSA is truly honored to play a role in creating a lasting and meaningful impact. Today, as we celebrate its 59th birthday, let’s honor the large impact Head Start programs have made and continue to make in shaping brighter futures for all. #HappyBdayHeadStart #CelebratingHeadStart

To wrap up the school year effectively, it's best to reflect on the past year, celebrate achievements, and look forward to the future. The ABCD would be a good method for accomplishing it. Idea from Edutopia, from Wendy Turner: Everything SEL on our recent article, “How Teachers Can Benefit From End-of-Year Reflections”: https://edut.to/3ywVza5

The core of our mission at GID is to make a real impact and reach real people. There are countless organizations out there doing the work. Check out these black-led organizations highlighted by Blavity https://loom.ly/7X2fjGo

Over the last two weeks, I’ve had two inspiring, but vastly different civics education experiences. One was a wonderful 11th grade civics class in New York City that I observed as they deliberated about which civic action project to select in their Generation Citizen class. And the second was a wonderful #CivicLearningWeek event in DC today. First, there is more agreement on the power and potential of civic learning than is often reported. - National Governor’s Association Chair Spencer Cox (R-UT) says it is critical that we can ground our young people in civic education which helps them to navigate complexity and have empathy. He noted that 4 in 5 American parents want schools to spend more time spend on civics. - Eric Liu deftly facilitated a discussion with US Supreme Court Justices Sotomayor and Coney Barrett, about civic knowledge and skills, bridging differences in the workplace and power. Justice Sotomayor shared an inspiring story about community service when she was 17, realizing that she did not need to be old enough to vote to help solve a community problem. Second, there is more disagreement amongst young people about civic issues than is often reported. - Gen-Z is not an political monolith. Over half of adult Gen-Zers, choose Independent as their party identification. The 11th graders I listened to shared personal experiences, quantitative data, asked each other provocative questions and explored traditionally “conservative” and “progressive” policy positions in the course of forty minutes. They discussed economic and social policy vigorously without canceling anyone or raising their voice. With a problem-solving mindset instead of a partisan one, they engaged in rich and complex civil discourse. Of course, the complexity is in communities and still thorny questions about belonging in our civic life. Powerful research shared today from the Rand Corporation reminded us that 20 million American students have restrictions on their social studies learning that render open discourse more difficult and reduce students sense of belonging and empathy. I’m excited to talk about this and much more in the virtual panel on Thursday afternoon as a part of Civic Learning Week. I hope you’ll join us and share your questions and reflections.

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