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Calling all Educators! Albertus Magnus College is holding a virtual information session on July 10 for those interested in our Master's of Science in STEM Education Program. I cannot stress enough that STEM is more than the acronym. It is GOOD teaching-- a pedagogical tool that provides access, inclusion, and equity through experiential, trans-disciplinary learning. STEM can and should be integrated into all classrooms, and it is easier to do than some of us think! Our program is geared toward just that. In 11 months, you will earn 30 credits, learn practical ways to incorporate STEM across subject areas, learn grant-writing and leadership skills, and if you so choose, become prepared to pass the Praxis II in Technology Education for the 047 cross-endorsement. New Haven Public Schools is funding a portion of tuition for New Haven teachers. Teachers from any alliance district receive 15% off tuition. Register to learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eumZvW7N

Today on the 70th anniversary of Brown v. Bd of Education, we take stock of the progress and pushbacks that have influenced our students' opportunities to learn. Read what some of the country’s leading scholars see as the road ahead: https://lnkd.in/gzmPupHt

Integrating diverse perspectives into the curriculum was a challenge for me as a teacher, primarily because it was not part of my own educational training. I vividly recall sitting as a child in the very classrooms I eventually taught, feeling the acute absence of content that reflected my identity and experiences. This absence was not just a gap in my education; it was a void I felt deeply. Later, as I watched my black daughter navigate her gifted and AP classes, the same void persisted—she saw no reflection of herself, no stories that mirrored her own. This is a reality for black and brown students who make up more than half of our public schools. They need to see themselves in their lessons, and as educators, it’s our duty to make that happen. As teachers, we often feel the pressure to adhere strictly to the curriculum, the textbooks, the scope and sequence, all dictated by district requirements. But what do we do when these materials fail to represent the diversity of our student population? Our classrooms are increasingly diverse, and our content must rise to meet this diversity. This requires creativity, resourcefulness, and sometimes, seeking help to craft a curriculum that truly embraces inclusivity. If we fail in this endeavor, we risk alienating, ignoring, and devaluing students who don't see themselves in the material they are taught. Inclusive curriculums are not just a teaching tool; they are a bridge to understanding and respect, reflecting and honoring the diversity of the entire student body. As our educational environments evolve, so must our approaches. School leaders, what is one way you empower and encourage teachers to create a curriculum that includes and celebrates all student backgrounds? How do you ensure that no student feels the isolation that comes from being unseen in their own education? 🎯Get more insights in our complimentary 'Inclusivity' Checklist. 🔗https://bit.ly/42q2UD8

Black History Month - Scholarship Spotlight Rich Milner explains, “[T]eachers can and do improve when they allow students to help them examine, reflect on, and improve teaching practices....Addressing opportunity gaps is difficult work....But every single student in our schools should be viewed as a vessel of knowledge, knowing, and potential.” To learn more about how educators can both support and learn from their students, check out Milner’s book, Start Where You Are, But Don't Stay There: Understanding Diversity, Opportunity Gaps, and Teaching in Today's Classrooms. https://lnkd.in/eBDVDNaD

📚 Are you curious about how specialized charter schools can transform education? 💡 Welcome to our Diverse Learning Path series! In this series, we'll dive into the diverse areas of focus that charter schools can adopt, creating tailored, engaging, and impactful education options for students. 🌟 Follow National Charter Collaborative for a deeper dive into the specialized focus areas charter schools offer. Whether it's STEM, the arts, or humanities,these unique educational opportunities can shape the future for our children and our leaders. What are your thoughts on specialized charter schools? Share your views in the comments! 💬

🎓🌟 Check out this insightful article by Myrna Castrejón, CCSA President & CEO, highlighting the transformative impact of graduation season and the exceptional achievements of charter public schools in California! 📚✨ #CAcharters

Click the link to add the CCEC Lunch and Lead TOMORROW to your calendar: tinyurl.com/bdhhyfas Our discussion will include potential solutions to address the impact of Prop 209 and the SCOUTUS decision on Black and Latinx students in academia. #HigherEducation #Representation #LunchandLead #ActionCall #EducationEquity

Many of my listeners don’t know this, but I went to a private Catholic school until 8th grade before transitioning to a public high school. I had what I like to call “Catholic school RtI”, where I got extra reading help with Sister Marie (and it paid off!). I’ve focused a lot of my content on issues impacting the public schools, so when I connected with Tom Conroy, a Catholic school principal, I thought he’d bring an interesting perspective to the show; especially because I know that many of my listeners may be working with students who attend private schools. Tom Conroy is currently the principal of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School in Verona, NJ. He retired from public school after 30 years and dove into the world of Catholic Education. Tom has held both teaching and administrative positions on the elementary, middle, high school, and district levels. Tom served for eight years on the New Jersey Principal and Supervisor Association/Foundation for Education Administration (NJPSA/FEA) Leadership Academy Development and Presentation Teams. Tom completed both his undergraduate and graduate work at Montclair State University. We start out by discussing some differences in private vs. public education; but transition to talking about topics that will be useful regardless of what K-12 setting you’re in. In this episode, we discuss: ✅Do private schools have more resources and support than public schools? ✅Why a school curriculum should be a living document and tool for communication (and not a scripted program). ✅How to reform curriculum in a way that builds a culture of autonomy and how to create alignment across grade levels, buildings, and disciplines (including related service providers). ✅The inner workings of successful professional learning communities (and why they help eliminate unproductive staff meetings). ✅How to maintain a high level of rigor in standards and assessment protocols, without “teaching to the test” and overemphasizing standardized tools. You can listen to the entire episode here: https://lnkd.in/g92-G3et

#Teachershortages and lack of #educatordiversity are critical issues affecting the educator workforce. The latest progress report from our colleagues at the Center for Black Educator Development reports on efforts to rebuild the Black teacher pipeline to achieve #educationalequity and #racialjustice. https://lnkd.in/gtcStn6S