5 Tips for Finding Effective DEI Coaching By Erik Ofgang published 29 March 23 The right coach can help education leaders build their DEI programs in effective and meaningful ways, says Dr. Courtney L. Teague, who shares tips for finding that coach
Lady Luck: The Challenges of Women Moving Into Education Leadership By Dr. Kecia Ray published 14 March 23 Despite long making up more than half the education workforce, women have had a long struggle getting to the highest leadership positions
5 Ways Educator Pathways is Promoting DEI in San Diego County By Erik Ofgang published 13 March 23 Adina Sullivan-Marlow draws on her own experience to promote more diversity in education with Educator Pathways, a program of the San Diego County Office of Education.
Reimagining Search Committee Service By Jonathan L. Wharton, Ph.D. published 8 March 23 How serving on a search committee can help reshape your institution
Putting the MEN in Mentoring: Practical Ways Men Can Be Better Allies By Ivy Nelson published 1 March 23 How men can improve their mentoring and allyship efforts
The Admiral Squad: How One School District Promotes Staff Diversity By Erik Ofgang published 9 February 23 Middletown City Schools does not have many Black male employees. The Admiral Squad was formed to help change that.
Improving DEI District-Wide By Erik Ofgang last updated 24 October 22 The David Douglas School District's DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) efforts have led to restorative justice practices in the classroom and more diversity among educators.
‘Grow Your Own’ Teacher Programs: What To Know By Ray Bendici last updated 23 May 22 School districts are increasingly developing teachers from within their own student ranks
Students Less Likely to Be Suspended by Teacher of Same Race By Erik Ofgang last updated 18 May 22 New research finds that Black, Latino, and Asian-American students in New York City were about 3 percent less likely to be suspended if their teachers shared their racial or ethnic background.
What Does Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Look Like in Practice? By Christine Weiser published 18 April 22 At the CoSN conference in Nashville, school district administrators gathered for the first annual meeting of “The Network” to discuss what DEI looks like in practice in their districts - and what more work needs to be done.
5 Tips for Culturally Responsive Teaching By Erik Ofgang published 4 January 22 Educator Audrey Muhammad shares culturally responsive teaching strategies for educators in any subject
How to Develop a Diverse School IT Staff By Ray Bendici last updated 29 October 21 To create a diverse school IT staff, education leaders have to be intentional about recruiting, supporting, and developing professionals from all backgrounds
How to Build an Esports Community By Ray Bendici last updated 23 February 21 For a positive, nurturing esports community, educators need to consider representation, diversity, and inclusion
4 Takeaways for Educators from President Biden’s First Day By Erik Ofgang last updated 22 January 21 Schools, educators, and students are front and center in the new administration’s plans.
How to Build an Inclusive Esports Community By Erik Ofgang last updated 4 November 20 BX Start is focused on building an inclusive esports community from the ground up
How to Support Diversity in Technology By Ray Bendici published 3 August 20 Diversity in technology requires intentional and proactive effort
ISTE NEWS: Pitsco Education and SmartGurlz™ Launch Smart Buddies™ Coding Solution By TL Editors published 26 June 19 Smart Buddies has been created with a diverse set of relatable characters, or "buddies," on self-balancing, programmable scooters called Siggys™
Diversity and Edtech: How Do We Progress? By Patricia J. Brown published 31 August 17 Diversity is a buzzword and commonly discussed topic in edtech twitter chats, educational conferences, and PD sessions around the world.
