My goal is to be an advocate for equitable treatment of all students, along with collaborating with others to create a safe school and community climate that embraces cultural diversity and helps to promote the academic, career and social/emotional success for all students.
There are many resources available, these are just a few for middle/ high school students and the adults in their world:
Resources for Talking About Race, Racism, and Radicalized Violence with Kids
https://centerracialjustice.org/resources/resources-for-talking-about-race-racism-and-racialized-violence-with-kids/
Reading List
Anti-Racism Reading List from Ibram X. Kendi (author of “How to Be an Antiracist”)
Additional Resources for Parents and Others:
What To Say To Kids When The News Is Scary
https://www.npr.org/2019/04/24/716704917/when-the-news-is-scary-what-to-say-to-kids
How to Teach Children About Cultural Awareness and Diversity
https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-teach-children-about-cultural-awareness-and-diversity
Medium--Lion's Story: Talking to Children After Racial Incidents
National Geographic: Talking to Kids About Race
National Museum of African American History & Culture: Talking About Race
Race Forward: 10 Ways to Start a Conversation About Race
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