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Equity & Inclusivity
Our district's equity efforts are guided by district policy 100.1: Inclusive Excellence Policy and SCASD Board of Directors AntiRacism Resolution. Both can be found here:
Below, please find SCASD's current working definition of Equity:
Equity – In short, equity is best defined to mean “more for those who need it,” with a specific focus on historically marginalized groups. There is a common misunderstanding that the terms equity and equality can be used interchangeably. Whereas equality allows equal access to resources and opportunities and is important for educational success, equity accounts for the fact that some need more resources than others. That is, we must intentionally adjust inputs into the educational system and identify and systematically remove barriers to access which will include: providing greater resources, targeting professional learning for educators, and adopting culturally responsive educational practices and processes.
Resources
- Parent & Caregiver Equity Resources
- How to Respond to Coronavirus Racism
- Readings to Embrace Race, Provide Solace & Do Good
- How White Parents Can Talk to Their Kids About Race
- Teaching Your Kids About Black History
- Your Kids Aren't Too Young To Talk About Race: Resource Roundup
- Talking Race With Young Children
- Anti-racism Resources for White People
- The Disempowering Impact of Little People, BIG DREAMS Series
Equity & Inclusivity Lessons Taught Through Social-Emotional Learning at MNE
Kindergarten: It's Okay to Be Different
1st Grade: Red: A Crayon's Story
2nd Grade: One
3rd Grade: All Are Welcome
4th Grade: Not So Different
5th Grade: Undefeated