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Examination of Racial/Ethnic Disproportionality of Autism in California (Webpage)

This research article demonstrates that racial/ethnic disparities continue to exist for minoritized communities, noting that White students were overrepresented as having autism in special education.  Caregiver perspectives were gathered and the data showed that English speaking parents were more likely to identify early signs of autism. 

autism , data , disparities , disproportionality , disproportionality research , race and ethnicity , racial/ ethnic disproportionality ,

Citation/Source

Paul Luelmo, Hall, Laura J., and Estrellado, R. 2022. Examination of Racial/Ethnic Disproportionality of Autism in California. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1750946722000885 (accessed September 16, 2022).

Publication Date  2024

Everyday Antiracism: Getting Real About Race in School (BOOK)

In asking countless researchers to discuss race consciousness in schools, the author creates over 64 chapters describing principles and strategies toward equity. Toward the end, she provides over twenty “everyday antiracist strategies” for educators to use as they struggle to improve systems.

equity , instruction ,

Citation/Source

Pollock, Mica, ed. Everyday Antiracism: Getting Real About Race in School. 2008. New York: The New Press.

Publication Date  2024

Evaluation of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Populations: A Nondiscriminatory Assessment (YouTube Video)

This workshop presents current research on language, cognitive, academic development, and their application to evaluation within a comprehensive, research-based framework for generating valid data to support conclusions & decisions regarding the presence or absence of various types of disorders with culturally and linguistically diverse learners.

assessment , Bias in Testing , bilingual , data , Disorders , Diverse Learners , English Language Development , Evaluation , First & Second Language , Framework , Language Acquisition , Test Scores , Testing , Validity ,

Citation/Source

Imperial Special Education Local Plan Area, (2021).

Publication Date  2024

Ethnic Studies Increases Longer-Run Academic Engagement and Attainment (Article)

This article focuses on the renewed focus on the design and impact of Ethnic Studies (ES) curricula and teaching methods with distinct anti-racist features and strategies.

Anti-Racist Education , Ethnic Studies , High School Graduation ,

Citation/Source

Bonilla, S., Dee, T.S., & Penner, E.K. (2021)"Ethnic Studies Increases Longer-Run Academic Engagement and Attainment." PNAS, 118(37), 1-10.

Publication Date  2024

Ethnic and Racial Disparities in Education: Psychology’s Role in Understanding and Reducing Disparities (ARTICLE)

This article’s authors described racial and ethnic inequity in educational systems from the vantage point of psychological theory. Practitioners may be interested in this work because it links disparities in education to disparities in society overall. Additionally, the suggested interventions are provided based on established psychological concepts.

bias , equity , implicit bias ,

Citation/Source

Quintana, Stephen M., Mahgoub, L. 2016. “Ethnic and Racial Disparities in Education: Psychology's Role in Understanding and Reducing Disparities.” Theory into Practice. 55 (2): 94-103.

Publication Date  2024

Equity, Disproportionality & Design: Professional Development Series for Educators 2021-2022 (Website)

A collaboration between South County SELPA, the Equity, Disproportionality & Design Project, and the National Center for Urban School Transformation (NCUST), featuring teachers and school leaders from award-winning schools. In this five session series, NCUST Executive Coaches Cara Riggs, Dr. Rupi Boyd, and Dr. Joseph Johnson will teach about five important practices successful schools have used to elevate learning to new levels for all students.

collaboration , Community , disproportionality , equity , MTSS , Professional Development , Race , Reflection , RTI , strategies , teachers , Theory , Training , Urban Schools ,

Citation/Source

Equity, Disproportionality & Design, (2021).

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.

Administrators , Career Development , Community , equity , Life Long Learners , Peers , Professional Development , Professional Learning Communities , resources , Students , teachers , Teaching & Learning , Training ,

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.

Babies , Black Communities , discrimination , Early Childhood , Expectant Parents , Health Care System , Postpartum Depression , Pregnancy , Prenatal , race/ethnicity , racism ,

Citation/Source

Children Now, (2021).

Publication Date  2024

Equity School Board Policy – BP 5001/Student (DOCUMENT)

This School Board Policy on equity ensures access to educational opportunities for all students by minimizing or eliminating the impact of disparities in abilities, levels of preparation, available resources and socio-cultural differences in achievement and performance so that all students may perform at optimum levels.

achievement , California , cultural competency , culture and climate , equity , policy , practices , social emotional learning ,

Citation/Source

Mt. Diablo Unified School District. 2012. Equity School Board Policy - BP 5001/Student. Concord, California: Mount Diablo Unified School District

Publication Date  2024

Equity Requirements in IDEA (Webpage)

This document contains a table that outlines three distinct requirements around equity: Disproportionate Representation, Significant Discrepancy, and Significant Disproportionality. This resource can help clarify the differences and similarities among the three equity requirements and enable users to compare and contrast these various equity requirements in key areas such as methodology, data sources, and reporting considerations. 

data , disproportionality , disproportionate representation , equity , significant disproportionality ,

Citation/Source

Nancy O’Hara, and Bollmer, Julie. 2020. Equity Requirements in IDEA. https://www.ideadata.org/resources/resource/1590/equity-requirements-in-idea (accessed September 16, 2022).

Publication Date  2024

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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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