A Note To Our Participants, Supporters and Friends |
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DTEC-TAG acknowledges the many challenges that have arisen during this time of social isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic and national unrest due to the ongoing police brutality and discrimination against African Americans in this country. We also acknowledge that you are navigating an unusual yet monumental period in history and would like to thank all of you for supporting us as we push for justice and equity both in and out of the realm of education in America. |
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Thank You For Supporting the H.E. L.I.V.E. Summer Learning Series! |
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These Highly Efficacious, Effective and Efficient Educators (H.E.) L.I.V.E. Lessons concluded with a special conversation with, Beverly E. Smith, National President & CEO of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., alongside Rhonda Briggins the sorority's Social Action Commission Co-Chair and DREF CEO and member of the National Social Action Commission, Patricia W. Lattimore & DTEC-TAG National Project Director Dr. Johni Cruse Craig.
The Summer Learning Series was a HUGE success, with 26 LIVE broadcasts - including the H.E. LIVE Pop-up on May 31, 2020 - totaling over 80,000 total views on our platforms. We hope that you and the students you know were positively impacted by our efforts to increase equity and access to highly effective professional development with lessons on equity, knowledge and action! We'd like to thank every viewer, every educator and our H.E. LIVE Project Managers for creating these unique and empowering opportunities to learn, connect and share.
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Re-watch our special H.E. L.I.V.E. Presentations by our DTEC-TAG State Teams! |
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Streamed on Thursday, August 20th at 6:30 p.m. ET/5:30 p.m. CT
Click HERE to hear from the DC-MD-VA, Georgia and Tennessee Equity Warriors!
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Streamed on Tuesday, August 25th at 6:30 p.m. ET/5:30 p.m. CT
Click HERE to hear from the Florida, North Carolina and Texas Equity Warriors!
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#TeacherTalkTuesday Now Available on
All Platforms
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Make sure you visit our LinkTree to catch #TeacherTalkTuesday!
As we engage our audience of educators in a new and refreshing way, we believe discussions that directly affect how educators are supported and guided in the workplace will benefit them the most.
Our podcast interviews have provided a directory of teaching strategies and best practices for many subjects and grade levels! We are now in need of more of YOU to be featured on the podcast in the coming months!
WE NEED YOUR VOICE! IT MATTERS!
These are the topics we’d like you to consider honing in on for this conversation:
1. Teacher Efficacy
2. Student Engagement & Instructional Best Practices
3. Advocacy in Action
4. Changing "At-Risk" to At-Promise
If you have any further questions about the set-up, please do not hesitate to reach out via e-mail to pstreeter@deltafoundation.net.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please fill out the survey below:
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A special thanks to Ashley Kearney, 2020 DCPS Teacher of the Year and Mathematics Educator, for joining us on our twelfth episode of #TeacherTalkTuesday!
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Virtual and Home-Based Learning Resources |
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"My hope is also for resiliency in the face of adversity. We must believe that we are up to the challenge at hand and model perseverance and ingenuity for our students. We’re navigating the unknown and it doesn’t necessarily have to be a place of fear…it needs to be a place of hope. We will weather this storm."
- Mike Fisher, Education Consultant
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Marley Dias, 15-year-old author, activist and founder of 1,000 Black Girl Books, is the host and executive producer of a new Netflix series "Bookmarks," featuring celebrities including Lupita Nyong'o, Jill Scott and Common, reading children's books by Black authors to spark kid-friendly conversations about empathy, equality, self-love and antiracism.
There are four different areas for you to work in for relaxation, stress relief, motivation, and learning about yourself. When you're feeling anxious or need a wellness break, come to the OM station and find something to take your mind off of your stresses.
Click HERE to access a full Google Doc of resources for online learning for students. Educators, ADD to this document and share your knowledge and tips!
Parents and Families can utilize this resource from Fundamentals of Learning, LLC. to gain tools to teach their children while they're home
This YouTube channel uses learning plans in conjunction with popular music in a concept PhonicsMan calls "EduTrap."
Support and resources for mothers and fathers of color who have decided to homeschool their children.
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The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention provide practical ways that you can do to manage anxiety and stress in your life and in the lives of your children.
It's been proven that meditation has many benefits for reducing stress and anxiety. Download these apps for guided meditation to help your emotional health, memory, mood and more.
Each Tuesday at 9a PST (12p EST), tune in to this live, interactive and "wacky" math class!
A free database of education companies offering free subscriptions due to school closings.
A full digital library of books based on teaching efficacy and strategy.
A brainstorming page where we can share ideas and resources that we know will help support our students and families in times of need.
A free math comprehension website from K-12 with tools to empower educators.
A free reading comprehension website from K-12.
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THANK YOU to all DTEC-TAG Change Agents and TAG Equity Warriors for supporting the DREF FUNraiser |
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The Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) Board of Directors, Carolyn E. Lewis, Board President, extends profound gratitude to all persons who recently supported the Hot, Summer FUNraiser event on Saturday, August 22. It was a virtual party like no other, with DJ Vince Adams of Chicago spinning magnificent music that kept the party “jumpin” and the guests engaged. It was indeed a fun summer event! Thank you for attending and a hearty thank you for your charitable donation. Our “Party for a Purpose” realized donations totaling $45,000 and we are still counting…expecting more to come. Your generosity supports DREF operations and charitable and educational programming. |
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Complete the United States 2020 Census Today! |
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Remember to fill out the 2020 Census!
The federal government will allocate billions of dollars to communities across the country for schools, hospitals, and infrastructure – based on population. Please make sure our communities of color are adequately represented and served.
Also, even if you don't have your Census ID from the initial mailing form, you can still fill it out online in less than 10 minutes.
Click the picture above to easily fill out your Census response today!
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National Round Up Event: California Association of African American Superintendents and Administrators
September 12th
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The California Association of African American Superintendents and Administrators (CAAASA), The National Coalition on Educational Equity and Los Angeles County Alliance of Black School Educators present the National Round Up Event, aimed at bringing together a national audience to address key equity issues, concerns and resources impacting African American students of color.
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On Saturday, September 12 at 12pm ET/9am PT, the event will launch its Equity Conversations featuring our DTEC-TAG National Project Director Dr. Johni Cruse Craig and DTEC-TAG Equity Warriors Keisha Chandler (DC-Maryland-Virginia) and Dr. Char-Shenda Covington (Georgia) as they facilitate a conversation on Addressing Preschool Practices that Harm African American Children. To register for the event, visit: https://roundup.extendedsession.com/
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Sixth Annual Professional Development Series for Educators
Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference
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The Delta Research and Educational Foundation and the American Federation of Teachers present the Sixth Annual Professional Development Series for Educators as part of the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference. As a virtual event, the CBCF-PDS will host weekly sessions starting September 1, 2020 at 6 p.m. ET on the Criminalization of American Schools, even amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Topics will include culturally relevant teaching, achievement in the learning environment, the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and more. Throughout the virtual series, hear from DTEC-TAG’s National Project Director Dr. Johni Cruse Craig, DTEC-TAG Equity Warriors Keisha Chandler (DC-Maryland-Virginia) and Raechel Broussard (Texas), Principal Baruti Kafele and more educational leaders and advocates. To register for the event, visit https://s7.goeshow.com/cbcf/annual/2020/
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Send in information from your region to be featured on DTEC-TAG social media and newsletter! |
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Opportunities and Proposals |
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Pair of ACES: Adverse Childhood Experiences and Adverse Community Experiences Webinar |
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This session will explore how adverse childhood experiences and adverse community experiences work in tandem as the “Pair of ACEs”. Lessons learned from the groundbreaking work of the Center for Community Resilience at George Washington University, which provides field-tested tools and resources aimed at fostering cross-sector collaboration to address the root causes of inequity in community will be shared. Insight on the policies that drive inequity will be discussed, as well as the Pair of Aces framing and tools to foster difficult conversations on race and social justice. Learn more about the tactics and tools to support conversations on equity with public health leaders, educators and other community stakeholders.
*You will be eligible to receive 75 minutes of professional development re-certification credit for participation in this webinar if you complete all the poll questions, survey, and actively watch the webinar. At the conclusion of the webinar, you will be able to download a certificate that verifies you completed the webinar. Check with your school district in advance of the webinar to ensure that the PD re-certification credit is accepted.
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National Youth-At-Risk Conference |
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Do you have research on how you've helped youth in your community, schools, or family? The National Youth-At-Risk Conference is interested!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to join a legacy of Professionals, Business and Community Leaders, Volunteer Service Providers, Marriage and Family Therapists, Social Workers and more who gather annually to share knowledge on how to best assist with the well-being of youth!
Submit your proposal today for a chance to become a part of more than just a conference. Priority deadline is TODAY, Friday, Aug. 28!
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4 Tips for Teachers Shifting to Online Learning |
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The Ultimate STEM Guide for Kids: 239 Cool Sites About Science, Technology, Engineering and Math |
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This educational program is made possible by the Delta Research and Educational Foundation.
To donate, click here:
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DTEC-TAG| DREF | 202-347-1337 | DTEC-TAG@deltafoundation.net | www.deltafoundation.net |
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