Learn how to analyze and interpret assessment data to identify disparities and patterns that may hinder student success to support student equity at the most direct level – the classroom. Interacting with this Equity Spark will equip you with strategies to utilize data insights for creating targeted interventions that close achievement gaps and support all learners equitably.

Explore the critical connection between trauma-informed practices and restorative approaches. This Equity Spark provides you with practice and insight for understanding the emotional causes of behaviors and how trauma impacts brain development. Discover how to create learning environments that respond to trauma by promoting well-being, resilience, and positive relationships.

Celebrate the brilliance of Black boys by fostering a culturally affirming environment that nurtures their academic and social potential. Focused on strategies to disrupt stereotypes, this Equity Spark will help you to validate cultural identities and create opportunities for Black boys to excel and be celebrated for their individual talents.

Uncover the subtle ways that unconscious biases manifest and perpetuate inequities in educational settings. This Equity Spark helps you recognize your own biases, understand their impact on students, and explore strategies for mitigating these biases to promote a more equitable and inclusive environment.

Microaggressions, though often subtle, can deeply affect those who experience them. This Equity Spark equips you with the skills to recognize, address, and reduce microaggressions in your interactions with students, colleagues, and families, creating a more respectful and supportive learning culture that acknowledges the lived experiences of everyone in this work.

Learn how to use SWOT and TOWS analysis to evaluate internal strengths and weaknesses and external opportunities and threats. Use this Equity Spark to engage in strategic planning to develop action plans that address inequities, leverage strengths, and transform challenges into opportunities for sustainable outcomes.

Restorative practices are essential for creating supportive environments that address trauma and foster community healing. This Equity Spark explores the purpose and execution of restorative circles, affective statements, and other strategies to resolve conflict, build empathy, and promote accountability in a way that supports students and those they interact with.

Based on Patrick Lencioni’s framework, this Equity Sparks explores the common dysfunctions that hinder team effectiveness. You will learn strategies to overcome these barriers, build trust, encourage open communication, and promote a culture of collaboration and accountability.

Equity literacy involves the skills and knowledge needed to recognize, respond to, and redress inequities in educational settings. This Equity Sparks introduces the equity literacy framework and provides practical tools to help educators create environments that are free from bias and promote equity and justice for all students.

Student voice is a powerful tool for fostering engagement, building trust, and supporting equity in education. This Equity Spark provides strategies to amplify student voices in the classroom, ensuring that their perspectives shape the learning environment and contribute to their success.

Leverage neuroscience to create equitable learning environments that support the diverse needs of all learners. This Equity Spark explores brain-based strategies that enhance engagement, promote cognitive development, and foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.