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Equity in New Haven Equity in New Haven
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NHUSD has a diverse population with rich cultures that create a strong foundation for student learning. As a part of Strategic Goal #2 Equity, Access and Achievement, we focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) to support the educational experience of all students, but especially students of color. This podcast will discuss various equity practices at our district that will educate our audience on what equity looks like within the classroom and school environment.
Note: The opinions on each episode belong to the speakers and do not necessarily represent NHUSD.
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Ep. 8: Ethnic Studies--Relationship Building
An interview with David Flores, Ethnic Studies teacher in Pasadena Unified. David helped design the ethnic studies curriculum for Pasadena High School. David discusses the importance of ethnic studies and how it has allowed students to see themselves in the classroom and feel valued.
Co-host: Fatima Ashufta -
Ep. 7: Universal Design for Learning (UDL) & Growth Mindset
We hear about Universal Design for Learning often but what is it really and how can it help us and our students? Mikey McKelvey helps break it down for us so we get a better understanding of how the framework improves and optimizes teaching and learning for all. If you have any questions or want to learn more, feel free to email Mikey at: mmckelvey@nhusd.k12.ca.us
Guest: Mikey McKelvey
Co-Host: Nancy Santiago
Resources: UDL Now (3rd Edition) by Katie Novak and Equity By Design by Mirko Chardin -
Ep. 6: Mental Health In Our Schools
What is the current status of mental health in our schools? What are our students and teachers experiencing? In this episode, I get to chat with a few of our mental health providers and an elementary school teacher, to share their experiences and give us tips and strategies.
Guests: Corina Rojo, Dylan Francisco, Maricel Tabora, Nahida Feroz -
Ep. 5: Belonging-Students' Perspective
Join us in this episode with Ovyanah Sample, Legacy Sims, And Christian Lopez Aguila, three James Logan High School students, as they share their opinions on their sense of belonging. What makes them feel like they belong in school? What's missing?
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Ep. 4: Importance of Equity
What is the vision for Equity, Access, and Achievement? What do we hope for our students to achieve when they leave New Haven? These are some of the questions we dive into in this episode with our superintendent, Dr. John Thompson, our director of K-12 Instruction, Hui Stevens, and our EAA coordinator, Zetha Nobles.
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Ep. 3: What is Bias?
Have you ever wondered what bias can look like in the classroom? Or what bias really is? In this episode, our special guest, Kimberly Debono, a New Haven educator for nearly three decades, breaks down how she disrupts the biases not only in her classroom but also within herself.
Co-hosts: Colby Haarz and Fatima Ashufta
Wondering how you can tackle biases in your lessons? Check out this article and scroll down to Planning Anti-Bias Education Activities for Your Program’s Curriculum for some insightful tips.