September 23, 2021
"Acceptance and tolerance and forgiveness, those are life-altering lessons."
-Jessica Lange
UNDERSTAND THE CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE FRAMEWORK AND HOW IT'S MEANT TO BE USED
GET A FULL PICTURE OF HOW TO WEAVE issues of race and culture into student learning experiences and the board's role in supporting and communicating these changes. At Clarifying the Culturally Responsive Framework, a webinar on October 14th (6:30pm - 8:30pm), our expert panel will prompt you to look for and build upon culturally responsive practices. Dr. Alexandria Connally, Director of Equity, Inclusion & Innovation at Nyack UFSD, will kick off the discussion with a break-down of what the CRF really means, and will also give you some guidance on how to embark on this work (register through your district clerk).
PUBLIC DEBATES SHOULD NOT DERAIL CIVICS EDUCATION
THE DEMOCRACY READY NY COALITION, of which WPSBA is a member, has put out a statement asserting that schools should continue to ensure students are taught to see multiple perspectives and engage with diverse viewpoints. NYS aims to graduate high school students who are "college, career, and civically ready." In spite of recent public conversation discouraging teaching about difficult histories, students need a robust knowledge of history and government so they can engage constructively in their communities.
TEACHING DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AT A YOUNG AGE
IT'S INTERESTING TO SEE HOW PRESCHOOLERS are introduced to an anti-bias curriculum through art and other age-appropriate activities. The video suggests that opening discussions about differences and similarities early on creates an environment where misinformation and fears can be addressed. Although methods vary, a focus on diversity and inclusion is taking on a new urgency and relevance.
Join us in advocating for State and Local Tax (SALT) exemptions
  1. Have your board pass a resolution (Here's a template)
  2. Send an e-letter to your legislators (Use our e-letters)
  3. Invite your community to join the effort (Here's a sample letter)
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