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The pursuit of racial equity: Moving past engagement to changes in educator practice
Presenters: Annie Holmes, Kendra Davis (Welling) and Ted Toomer
Changing and supporting educator practice is critical for advancing racial equity in schools, districts, and systems so that all students experience success. This webinar is based on the June issue of The Learning Professional, Action for Racial Equity. Presenters will share strategies, resources, and tangible ideas for embedding racial equity at the classroom, school, and system levels.
Presenters
Annie Holmes is the chief equity officer at the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO). Holmes is responsible for leading the Council's internal and external efforts to yield equitable outcomes for youth through strategic leadership.
Kendra Davis (Welling) is a high school science training and support coordinator in Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD). Previously, as a high school science teacher in Detroit, she experienced the value of empowering students in the classroom through leadership and student voice to meet the demands of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
Ted Toomer is the director of leadership development for Broward County Public Schools. He has served in this capacity for four years. During his tenure, he has worked to improve the leadership preparation programs and enhance the way leaders are prepared throughout the system. Toomer has over 20 years of experience in education.
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