Why?
“It’s better to understand than to be understood.”
-St.Francis
- By recognizing the diversity of America and the world in the classroom, we are able to see the similarities we have. An equal respectfulness can be obtained once you understand how things came to be and how to move forward.
2. Students should feel safe and secure in and out schools by recognizing supports that validate their concerns
3. The unprecedented violence since the Columbine High School Massacre and increase in drug use/addiction is a reality that we Americans have to deal with. We need to understand the signs, acknowledge students’ needs, and what protocols/strategies can be implemented immediately that New York State law provides.
Benefits
Redesign
The CRS framework is designed to help educators create opportunities for students to affirm racial, linguistic and cultural identities
Develop
Develop students’ abilities to connect across lines of difference
Elevate
Elevate historically marginalized voices
Grow
Empower students as agents of social change, form leadership, diplomacy and unity.
How?
- Integrate the CRS framework provided by NYSED
- Create Seminars, bulletins and shortcuts to help students, parents, and faculty understand resources that can improve communication and education.
- Develop staff diversity
- Reach out to Educational Developers, Non-profits, and Resources on the latest and most helpful tools in and out of the classroom.
- Utilize local resources and organizations to help implement a rich and vibrant cultural appreciation.
When
After surveys and analysis, a curriculum and timeline will be implemented that coincide with the CRS framework
References
- http://www.nysed.gov/crs/framework
- https://www.weteachnyc.org/resources/collection/webinar-instructional-leadership-team-cycles-professional-learning/
- https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/09/nyregion/nyc-schools-segregation-lawsuit.html
- https://www.budget.ny.gov/pubs/archive/fy22/ex/local/school/2122schoolaid.pdf
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