Equity in Our Schools

Supporting equity in our schools so that all students master rigorous content.

This blog is a place for reflection on our practice as educators, in a public K to 12 education system, as we learn to use equity in our classrooms, our schools, and our districts in order to achieve equality in outcomes with all our students graduating high school college and/or career ready.

Category: teacher shortage

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October 11, 2022

Another view: Addressing the teacher shortage.

Is There Really a Teacher Shortage? Some Perspective and a “Challenge” The Education Trust is a long time advocate for equity in our schools. They have issued a challenge to state governments and school districts on how they are addressing the shortage. Their challenge is based on identifying a true solution that ensures our students…
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September 22, 2022

Inequities Exacerbated by Lowering Teacher Standards

Lowering standards to become a teacher threatens student achievement, especially in high poverty schools. Master teaching is a profession that requires a great deal of education and skill. Master teacher are required for establishing equity in our schools.