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6 steps to a culturally responsive classroom

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While there is great diversity within our student population, the majority of educators still do not share the same cultural experiences with the diverse students they serve. However, many effective teachers have consistently been sensitive to and culturally aware of student backgrounds. Opportunities for bilingualism.

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Empowering school staff with emergency response protocols

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Gabriella Durn Blakey, superintendent of Albuquerque Public Schools: What does safety mean for educators to really be able to feel safe in their classroom, to impact student achievement, the well-being of students? District leaders should adopt and implement response protocols that cover all types of emergencies.

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5 ways to create a strong math culture in your schools

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The culture that schools foster through the messages, beliefs, and behaviors that educators promote can help create a positive attitude among students that leads to better math achievement. Furthermore, research suggests that having a positive attitude toward math can boost math achievement. How can teachers combat this belief?

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Navigating cultural diversity in American education

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Within the educational landscape, the concept of Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) has emerged as a multifaceted approach that aims to promote equitable excellence and validate the diverse experiences of students. Effective teaching is deemed as inherently and inevitably culturally responsive.

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Building culture and community takes more than a committee

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The same is true for building a school culture and community for staff and students alike. When I was named the leader of Follett’s K12 business, one of my first priorities was to create a team dedicated to improving the culture of the organization. Our library is a very special part of our school community. Friday agrees with Miller.

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5 achievable digital citizenship goals?even during at-home learning

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But digital citizenship can also simply be part of your classroom culture. Set a goal for yourself that feels achievable—big or small. Related content: 6 steps to promote good digital citizenship for all students. It can be baked into your daily routines, messages home to families, informal conversations in the halls, and more.

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6 ways to create a culturally responsive classroom

eSchool News

While there is great diversity within our student population, the majority of educators still do not share the same cultural experiences with the diverse students they serve. However, many effective teachers have consistently been sensitive to and culturally aware of student backgrounds.

Culture 294