Latest about Equity
Students Less Likely to Be Suspended by Teacher of Same Race
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.
How Can Teachers Reduce Bias?
Insights and simple strategies for addressing and reducing teacher bias
What Does Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Look Like in Practice?
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.
Analytics-Based Strategies to Equitably Address Opportunity Gaps
How schools use analytics and data to personalize the learning experience for all students
Overcoming Digital Deserts: The Birth of Bronx Digital Equity Coalition
To help overcome the digital desert in the Bronx, a charity organization gave away more than 3000-plus devices and brought community stakeholders together.
Chronic Absenteeism: Why It’s On The Rise and How to Overcome It
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to increase rates of chronic absenteeism, but there are proven strategies for improving attendance.
How to Develop a Diverse School IT Staff
To create a diverse school IT staff, education leaders have to be intentional about recruiting, supporting, and developing professionals from all backgrounds
3 Starting Points to Address Dimensions of Digital Equity
Three dimensions of digital equity need to be addressed to successfully support learning
