Racial Justice: Tools for Preparing Your Team for the Future (BOOK)

This book will give you the insight you need to combat racism and bias throughout your organization, revitalize your diversity and inclusion efforts, and lead conversations necessary to your organization closer to racial equity. There is a comprehensive slide deck that highlights the most critical information in each of the book's articles and two comprehensive case studies which provide you with an opportunity to think critically and actively on topics.

Citation/Source

Livingston, R., Morgan Roberts, L., Williams, J.C., Mayo, A.J. 2020. Racial Justice: Tools for Preparing Your Team for the Future. Boston, Massachusetts: Harvard Business Review https://store.hbr.org/product/racial-justice-tools-for-preparing-your-team-for-the-future/10498

Publication Date  2024

Racial Equity: Examining Systems and Self for Unconscious Bias (ARTICLE)

This journal contains six articles by a variety of authors that focus on equity and unconscious bias.  Topics include examining systems and self for racial equity, equity warriors, racial equity through curricular reform, undoing disproportionate discipline, confronting racism together, and championing equity and diversity.

Citation/Source

American Association of School Administrators. 2021. “Racial Equity: Examining Systems and Self for Unconscious Bias”. School Administrator, 3(78). https://www.pageturnpro.com/AASA/98756-March-2021/sdefault.html#page/1

Publication Date  2024

Exploring Racialized Factors to Understand Why Black Mathematics Teachers Consider Leaving the Profession (Article)

This study examined black teachers’ racialized experiences through their experiences of racial microaggressions and the social structures that affect them.

Citation/Source

Jones-Frank, T., Powell, M.G., View, J.L., Lee, C., Bradley, J.A., & Williams, A. "Exploring Racialized Factors to Understand Why Black Mathematics Teachers Consider Leaving the Profession." Educational Researcher, (2021), 381-391.

Publication Date  2024

Equity Blue Print (PDF)

The Equity Blueprint for Action focuses on improving educational outcomes for three student groups: African American, American Indian, and Latinx. This document highlights community- and research informed practices common among the three communities, as well as actions and recommendations specific to each community.

Citation/Source

San Diego County Office of Education, (2021).

Publication Date  2024

Equity Starts Early (PDF)

Black people experience much higher rates of prenatal and postpartum depressive symptoms compared to all other racial/ethnic groups in California and compared to national rates.These disparities stem from past and present racism and discrimination in the health care system and their day-to-day experiences that results in poor quality of care for Black communities.

Citation/Source

Children Now, (2021).

Publication Date  2024

Equity in Schools Begins with Changing Mindsets (Book)

This new book explores how school leaders can foster equity by building a culture where teachers and students see their purpose and experience success within the school community.

Citation/Source

Whitaker, M. "Equity in Schools Begins With Changing Mindsets." Edutopia, (2022).

Publication Date  2024

6 Strategies for Successful Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Training (Article)

DEI Training includes the following 6 strategies: Differentiation & Vertical Alignment, Inclusivity, Open Discussion, Opportunities for Reflection, Connection to a bigger strategic plan, and Prioritization

Citation/Source

Harte, A. "6 Strategies for Successful Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training." Edutopia, (2022).

Publication Date  2024

Educational Equity is About more than Closing Gaps (Article)

The author has discovered a multitude of equity initiatives to address equity gaps within the system of education.

Citation/Source

Javius, E.L. "Educational Equity is About More Than Closing Gaps." Leadership, (2017).

Publication Date  2024

Equity Conference 2023: Equity is Love in Action

Join hundreds of educators, parents, students, policymakers, advocates, and community members to advance educational equity for California’s students at the 2023 Equity Conference.

Citation/Source

San Diego County Office of Education, (2022).

Publication Date  2024

Equity Team: Program & Resource Guide (PDF)

Educational equity means students have access, opportunities, and supports to thrive in school, achieve a meaningful diploma, and lead a choice-filled life. The Equity department supports this effort by providing equity-focused services & resources to schools and districts, charter organizations, independent, and Juvenile Court and Community Schools throughout San Diego County.

Citation/Source

San Diego County Office of Education, (2021).

Publication Date  2024

The State Performance Plan Technical Assistance Project is a program of the Napa County Office of Education.

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California Department of Education, Special Education Division’s special project, State Performance Plan Technical Assistance Project (SPP-TAP) is funded through a contract with the Napa County Office of Education. SPP-TAP is funded from federal funds, (State Grants #H027A080116) provided from the U.S. Department of Education Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the position of the U.S. Department of Education.

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