Equity

New research finds that Black, Latino, and Asian-American students in New York City were about 3 percent less likely to be suspended if their teachers shared their racial or ethnic background.

At the CoSN conference in Nashville, school district administrators gathered for the first annual meeting of “The Network” to discuss what DEI looks like in practice in their districts - and what more work needs to be done.

To help overcome the digital desert in the Bronx, a charity organization gave away more than 3000-plus devices and brought community stakeholders together.

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to increase rates of chronic absenteeism, but there are proven strategies for improving attendance.

Critical race theory needs to be understood and taught in context

Engage transgender students in STEM classes with awareness of pronouns, inclusivity, kindness, and representation, among other practices.

Mónica García advocates for graduation, equity, and justice

In order to support women in leadership positions, school districts first need to unpack their practices, identify when their inequities began, and then systematically change behaviors

Jean-Claude Brizard wants to change the narrative for children of color

Relegating cultural history to dedicated months rather than teaching all the complexities together often promotes lies by omission

Black history is American history

Schools, educators, and students are front and center in the new administration’s plans.

Finding a path to greater diversity and understanding