Equity Implementation: Case Studies and Practices for Educators and Leaders

Creating a school and community culture where students and staff are valued and respected and where the curriculum and students' social and emotional wellness are prioritized is at the heart of this book. Equity Implementation: A Case Study and Practices for Educators and Leaders is the follow-up to Shatter the System: Equity Leadership and Social Justice Advocacy in Education. It highlights how educators and leaders in the Ascension School District collaborate to promote transformational changes to curriculum and social and emotional wellness for all members of the school community.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 150 pages
Publication date: 09 September 2023
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Creating a school and community culture where students and staff are valued and respected, and where the curriculum and students' social and emotional wellness are prioritized, is at the heart of this book.

Equity Implementation: A Case Study and Practices for Educators and Leaders is the follow-up to Shatter the System: Equity Leadership and Social Justice Advocacy in Education. This book takes you on a journey in the life of a school district that reflects the many challenges and triumphs schools experience today. It highlights how educators and leaders within the Ascension School District, a fictitious district, collaborate with their students, school board members, colleagues, and other concerned partners to promote transformational changes to curriculum and social and emotional wellness for all members of the school community.

Equity-mindful and equity-minded reflections, practices, exercises, and activities are woven throughout the book to support individuals and professional learning communities to build the capacity of equity implementation through an institutional, individual, and interpersonal equity lens.

The Ascension School District is a fictional district that serves as a model for the book. It is a diverse and inclusive community with a wide range of students and staff from different backgrounds and experiences. The district is committed to promoting equity and social justice for all members of its community.

The book begins by introducing the major themes and frameworks presented in Shatter the System. It then takes you on a journey through the Ascension School District, highlighting the challenges and triumphs the district experiences as it works to promote equity implementation.

One of the key challenges the district faces is the need to address the achievement gap between students of different racial and ethnic backgrounds. The district has implemented a number of strategies to address this issue, including providing targeted support to students who are struggling, implementing culturally responsive teaching practices, and creating a more equitable curriculum.

Another challenge the district faces is the need to promote social and emotional wellness for all students. The district has implemented a number of programs and practices to support this goal, including counseling services, mental health support, and mindfulness and meditation programs.

The book also highlights the importance of collaboration and partnerships in promoting equity implementation. The district has worked closely with its students, school board members, colleagues, and other concerned partners to develop and implement policies and practices that promote equity and social justice.

Throughout the book, the authors provide examples of practices and strategies that educators and leaders can use to promote equity implementation in their own schools and communities. These examples include culturally responsive teaching practices, restorative justice practices, and equity-minded leadership practices.

The book also includes a number of exercises and activities that educators and leaders can use to build their capacity for equity implementation. These exercises and activities are designed to help individuals and professional learning communities to reflect on their own practices and beliefs and to develop strategies for promoting equity and social justice in their own schools and communities.

In conclusion, Equity Implementation: A Case Study and Practices for Educators and Leaders is a valuable resource for educators and leaders who are committed to promoting equity and social justice in their schools and communities. The book provides a wealth of information and examples of practices and strategies that can be used to promote equity implementation through an institutional, individual, and interpersonal equity lens. By highlighting the challenges and triumphs of the Ascension School District, the book provides a model for other schools and communities to follow as they work to promote equity and social justice for all members of their communities.

Weight: 227g
Dimension: 229 x 152 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781475869439