by Albert Rivas | Dec 18, 2020
Jeannie Stone, Superintendent, Richardson ISD
The superintendent of Richardson ISD possesses a strong passion for racial equity work. Too many districts struggle with this work because it isn’t fully supported by the superintendent and/or board. Learn from her journey and how she has authentic conversations with staff and community about race and its relationship to the achievement gap. It isn’t easy, and it takes time, but RISD is moving along well on their racial equity journey.
by Albert Rivas | Dec 18, 2020
Rhonda Neal Waltman, National Director, Scholastic
Tavia Crumpler, Learning Supports Specialist, Scholastic
More than two-thirds of students report at least one traumatic event in their lives by age 16, and many students experience the trauma of social injustice on a daily basis. In this session, Scholastic will identify the symptoms of trauma and explores how to foster an inclusive, safe learning environment.
by Albert Rivas | Dec 18, 2020
Amy Grosso, Director of Behavioral Health Services, Round Rock ISD
DeWayne Street, Chief Equity Officer, Round Rock ISD
Jeffrey Yarbrough, Director of Safety & Security, Round Rock ISD
It is only through Round Rock ISD approaching the new police department through a focus on equity and behavioral health that the district can ensure school policing will be transformed to a place of safety and security for all students, staff, families, and community members.
by Albert Rivas | Dec 18, 2020
Beverly Irby, Regents Professor, TAMU and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Texas A&M University
Carl Fahrenwald, Assistant Clinical Professor, Texas A&M University-College of Education & Human Development
Rafael Lara-Alecio, Division Chair, Bilingual/ESL Programs, Texas A&M University-College of Education & Human Development
Estanislado Paz, Executive Director, Texas Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (TALAS)
Learn how dominant culture disconnects and marginalizes Lakota Nation students. Learn about the cross border tribal populations in Mexico and the United States, what it means for surviving and navigating Hispanic and Anglo dominant systems, and the value of identifying and serving the unique needs of marginalized indigenous populations.
by Albert Rivas | Dec 18, 2020
Julia Andrews, Center for Safe and Secure Schools, Director, Harris County Department of Education
Darlene Breaux, Director of Research and Evaluation Institute, Harris County Department of Education
Learn about an in-depth study of the impact of Restorative Practice and Cultural Responsiveness on an urban school in Harris County. The goals of the project were to improve school cultural climate, increase school safety, and reduce suspension rates in order to protect students’ class time and further improve their academic performance.
