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Tony Marelich’s Community Responsive Teaching Philosophy

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Tony Marelich’s Community Responsive Teaching Philosophy

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I became a teacher because…I believed that I had something good and useful to give.

As an Ethnic Studies teacher, I want to be…aware of my biases and how they are expressed, and the way my students articulate their own biases, and be nimble and responsive enough to point out the presence of these biases when they arise.

My purpose/values when teaching Ethnic Studies are…that every human being deserves to be treated with dignity and respect and that every human being wants to learn and grow and find their place in the world and that I play a non-exclusive yet non-significant role in the lives of my students.

My RESPONSIBILITY as an Ethnic Studies educator is...to create a classroom that includes and doesn’t exclude, that is respectful of the lives of young people, and is a critical learning environment that encourages students to understand and appreciate the complexity of cultural, racial, and ethnic identities, histories, and experiences.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by…meeting them exactly where they currently are, without judgment.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my colleagues by…making contributions when I can, and by being decent and patient in my actions with them.

My practice is RELEVANT and EQUITABLE when…it’s immediately clear to someone who has just met me that it can see and address the different needs and backgrounds and experiences of all my students, and when it provides all of them them with equitable opportunities to learn and be successful.

I support the SELF-DETERMINATION of my students by...providing choices in how they want to be assessed, by having them assess their own work, and by having them reflect on their work.

I foster CRITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS in my classroom by...critiquing my own thoughts, words, and actions without the fear of judgment, and by my use of the “Racism” and “Prejudice” water spray bottles to encourage students to be open and honest about expressions of racism and prejudice in the classroom.

I create a COMMUNITY in my classroom by...slowly over time sending out micro-messages by my actions that my room is a place where you are seen and accepted for who you are and where you are not judged.

I provide a space where students can share and learn about their CULTURE, the culture of their families, and of their communities through activities like...the Black and Latinx Student Union club.

I model SOLIDARITY & UNITY in my classroom by my...trying to make decisions that factor in all students in the room.

In my classroom, you will see HOPE, LOVE, & RESPECT in my classroom when...students don’t think twice about what they want to say to me and just say it because it feels right and they feel free enough to say it.

I center WELLNESS--Innerself, Interpersonal, & Interconnectedness--in my classroom by...calling out any form of self-abuse I see, be that negative self-talk about math abilities or human capabilities in general, or abusive language projected onto others.

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Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - Teach Your Children (Official Music Video)

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Wielm’s Community Responsive Teaching Philosophy

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Wielm’s Community Responsive Teaching Philosophy

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I became a teacher because…I want to make a difference

As an Ethnic Studies teacher, I want to be…more knowledgeable about diversity

My purpose/values when teaching Ethnic Studies are…inclusivity and acceptance

My RESPONSIBILITY as an Ethnic Studies educator is...to create a prejudice-free thinking

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by…making them feel heard and valued

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my colleagues by…being who I really am and sharing our culture

My practice is RELEVANT and EQUITABLE when…it spreads out outside the classroom

I support the SELF-DETERMINATION of my students by...supporting them every step of the way

I foster CRITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS in my classroom by… engaging my students to classroom discussions

I create a COMMUNITY in my classroom by...making everyone feel welcome

I provide a space where students can share and learn about their CULTURE, the culture of their families, and of their communities through activities like...cultural performances and sharing

I model SOLIDARITY & UNITY in my classroom by… creating an atmosphere of family

In my classroom, you will see HOPE, LOVE, & RESPECT in my classroom when...simple conversations turns to sharing of life experiences

I center WELLNESS--Innerself, Interpersonal, & Interconnectedness--in my classroom by...loving each and every student’s uniqueness

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I became a teacher because…I like the aha moment.

As an Ethnic Studies teacher, I want to be…inclusive of students differences.

My purpose/values when teaching Ethnic Studies are…to listen and be open minded.

My RESPONSIBILITY as an Ethnic Studies educator is...acknowledge differences

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by…meeting them where they are, highs and lows, connecting to their interests.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by…meeting them where they are, highs and lows, connecting to their interests.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my colleagues by…sharing experiences

My practice is RELEVANT and EQUITABLE when…both sides are heard

I support the SELF-DETERMINATION of my students by...giving them space to be themselves

I foster CRITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS in my classroom by...

I create a COMMUNITY in my classroom by...creating the safest space at our school

I provide a space where students can share and learn about their CULTURE, the culture of their families, and of their communities through activities like...creating displays that include books, games, and art stem projects.

I model SOLIDARITY & UNITY in my classroom by my...

In my classroom, you will see HOPE, LOVE, & RESPECT in my classroom when...all help each other

I center WELLNESS--Innerself, Interpersonal, & Interconnectedness--in my classroom by...showing students that I care about myself and my space, that I am present

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Paige's Community Responsive Teaching Philosophy

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Paige's Community Responsive Teaching Philosophy

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I became a teacher because I wanted to empower my students in the way that teachers did for me.

As an Ethnic Studies teacher, I want to be someone who empowers students to be respectful, articulate, and critical citizens in the world.

My purpose/values when teaching Ethnic Studies are respect, hope, and critical thinking.

My RESPONSIBILITY as an Ethnic Studies educator is to ensure that all of my students feel safe in my classroom (physically, emotionally, intellectually, spiritually, etc.), are appropriately challenged by their school work, and understand their purpose in my classroom.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by giving them opportunity to share their own experiences in different modes, and also giving them opportunities on the ways that we as individuals affect one another in both positive and negative ways.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my colleagues by listening to their points of view, opinions, and also sharing mine when the time is right.

My practice is RELEVANT and EQUITABLE when there is a culture in my teaching practice of being able to uplift others while also holding people appropriately accountable.

I support the SELF-DETERMINATION of my students by encouraging them to take their own beliefs, desires, and how those things developed seriously. I encourage them to find what motivates them to learn and grow as individuals.

I foster CRITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS in my classroom by consistently asking students to practice inquiry and critical thinking skills when it comes to the way that they communicate and also with the way that others communicate with them.

I create a COMMUNITY in my classroom by holding students to the same high standards of success, and giving them all chances to differentiate their educational experiences to their own interests. I also offer students frequent opportunities to share their progress and celebrate it with their peers.

I provide a space where students can share and learn about their CULTURE, the culture of their families, and of their communities through activities like objects of our cultures presentations, a vignette project where students can write about their own lived experiences in a positive, productive way, and frequent hold discussions where students can freely share and explore different complex ideas that they encounter in the world.

I model SOLIDARITY & UNITY in my classroom by my commitment to listening to others and validating them as experts on their own experiences, and taking steps to show students that I value their health, safety, and happiness, depending on how that looks for each individual.

In my classroom, you will see HOPE, LOVE, & RESPECT in my classroom when students face challenges or have disagreements between peers, but actively choose to treat one another with respect regardless.

I center WELLNESS--Innerself, Interpersonal, & Interconnectedness--in my classroom by giving students regular opportunities to critically reflect on their own learning, social-emotional wellbeing, relationships, and goals, and encouraging them to make positive changes or choices that will help them moving forward.

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Mr. Roberts’s (your name)

Community Responsive Teaching Philosophy

I became a teacher because…I wanted to help young people

As an Ethnic Studies teacher, I want to be…the catalyst for change

My purpose/values when teaching Ethnic Studies are…to educate and inspire my students to improve the world in whatever way they want.

My RESPONSIBILITY as an Ethnic Studies educator is...see above...

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by… talking to them as full-complicated people.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my colleagues by…trying to build our relationships outside of work

My practice is RELEVANT and EQUITABLE when…everyone feels seen and empowered

I support the SELF-DETERMINATION of my students by...providing choice

I foster CRITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS in my classroom by...critically examining the structures that have and continue to shape our society.

I create a COMMUNITY in my classroom by... encouraging kindness and respect

I provide a space where students can share and learn about their CULTURE, the culture of their families, and of their communities through activities like...Pecha Kucha, centering the stories of underrepresented people.

I model SOLIDARITY & UNITY in my classroom by my... self-awareness of biases and explicitly sharing that I support people with different experiences and backgrounds than I have.

In my classroom, you will see HOPE, LOVE, & RESPECT in my classroom when...we laugh but also feel pain together

I center WELLNESS--Innerself, Interpersonal, & Interconnectedness--in my classroom by... practicing mindfulness, kindness, and discussion.

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Natalie Harper’s

Community Responsive Teaching Philosophy

I became a Speech Pathologist because…I believe that every child, regardless of their developmental capacity, has the right to understand and to be understood by the people around them.

As an Ethnic Studies teacher, I want to be…a facilitator, who guides students, as they learn about who they are and how they are connected.

My purpose/values when teaching Ethnic Studies are… community, inclusion, and self-determination.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by… listening to them, remembering what matters to them, and sharing in their personal priorities.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my colleagues by… valuing their unique gifts, collaborating and learning from their perspectives.

My practice is RELEVANT and EQUITABLE when… I create project based opportunities for students to share who they are, and learn about their peers.

I support the SELF-DETERMINATION of my students by… shifting the focus from a teacher-centered approach to a student-centered approach, welcoming a student’s caregiver/family into the process of supporting a student with adapted learning needs to explore what they want their life to look like.

I foster CRITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS in my classroom by… starting with a key position of reflection, which will lead to personal motivation and action for students with a variety of complex communication needs.

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Ms. Z’s

Community Responsive Teaching Philosophy

I became a teacher because… I wanted to provide students with a space to learn dance, grow stronger and more flexible, and express themselves artistically

As an Ethnic Studies teacher, I want to be…collaborative, open, responsive, optimistic

My purpose/values when teaching Ethnic Studies are…providing space for expression and enacting meaningful change

My RESPONSIBILITY as an Ethnic Studies educator is...building a safe community in which to do meaningful work for the future

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by…approaching with curiosity and openness

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my colleagues by…approaching with curiosity and openness

My practice is RELEVANT and EQUITABLE when…students feel seen and understood

I support the SELF-DETERMINATION of my students by...providing them with opportunities for reflection, growth, and action

I foster CRITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS in my classroom by...providing space to question, challenge, and change the status quo

I create a COMMUNITY in my classroom by...keeping the space safe and brave

I provide a space where students can share and learn about their CULTURE, the culture of their families, and of their communities through activities like...dance!

I model SOLIDARITY & UNITY in my classroom by my…openness and curiosity

In my classroom, you will see HOPE, LOVE, & RESPECT in my classroom when…you hear students cheering each other on

I center WELLNESS--Innerself, Interpersonal, & Interconnectedness--in my classroom by...giving my students the tools to tailor learning for their bodies and needs at the time

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Hozier, Brandi Carlile - Damage Gets Done (Official Lyric Video)

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Name Your Favorite Educator: AS Neill Three words that describe that Educator: Patient, Accommodating, Life Changing Sr. Francis Gouges - make your own world project - kind, listened, acknowledged me

My vision for a better world is where differences are seen and accommodated for a freer and safer existence.

That students can be individuals though they are being educated en masse

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Ben Rector - The Best Is Yet To Come (Official Video)

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AS Neill

Three words that describe that Educator: Patient, Accommodating, Life  Changing

Sr. Francis Gouges - make your own world project - kind, listened, acknowledged me

That students can be individuals though they are being educated en masse

came a teacher because I wanted work in a meaningful capacity.

As an Ethnic Studies teacher, I want to be…aware and inclusive

My purpose/values when teaching Ethnic Studies are…respecting differences.

My RESPONSIBILITY as an Ethnic Studies educator is...to be inclusive and open

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by…interacting with more than their brains.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my colleagues by…being curious and open to them.

My practice is RELEVANT and EQUITABLE when…I can apply appropriately nuanced lessons.

I support the SELF-DETERMINATION of my students by...encouraging their actions.

I foster CRITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS in my classroom by...exposing obstacles.

I create a COMMUNITY in my classroom by...leading acceptance.

I provide a space where students can share and learn about their CULTURE, the culture of their families, and of their communities through activities like...sharing arts, crafts & music.

I model SOLIDARITY & UNITY in my classroom by my... support of their activism.

In my classroom, you will see HOPE, LOVE, & RESPECT in my classroom when...students can exhibit pride through clothing and fashion.

I center WELLNESS--Innerself, Interpersonal, & Interconnectedness--in my classroom by...encouraging them to see counselors and wellness staff, and sharing what I do, and what other adults in the community do.

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I became a teacher because knowledge and critical thinking are powerful, and if we are able to truly reflect on our role in the world, we can have a greater understanding of purpose.

As an Ethnic Studies teacher, I want to be councious of ALL of my students' stories, allowing them to feel secure and confident in opening up about their own journey and story.

My purpose/values when teaching Ethnic Studies are compassion, empathy and understanding.

My RESPONSIBILITY as an Ethnic Studies educator is to empower students to recognize their own history and identity, so that they are able to interact in an ever changing world with confidence, understanding, and a sense of personal responsibility.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by allowing students to express themselves in multiple different ways.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by not being afraid of telling my story.

I foster CRITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS in my classroom by providing different perspectives and how our actions/thoughts impact others.

I create a COMMUNITY in my classroom by providing each student a voice in which every way they see fit.

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Mumford & Sons - There Will Be Time (Ft. Baaba Maal)

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Spirited - Do A Little Good Full Video Song | Ryan Reynolds Will Ferrell

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Anastasia- At The Beginning By Richard Marx and Donna Lewis

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Community Responsive Teaching Philosophy

This song is our transition song.

I became a teacher because… it was chosen for me, and I resisted. But I returned after a long sabbatical, and Jefferson was my favorite school of all time, my friends and family heard me talk about it for years and knew exactly where I was going when I returned to teaching.

As an Ethnic Studies teacher, I want to be… a listener and effective facilitator.

My purpose/values when teaching Ethnic Studies are… to help students find productive ways of sharing identity, recognizing larger systems of oppression, and seeing the dignity and humanity in themselves as well as people different from themselves.

My RESPONSIBILITY as an Ethnic Studies educator is… to get out of the way while providing clear and effective guidance.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by… practicing active listening and providing for their needs while setting the environment for meaningful interactions between peers. Unconditional positive regard is assured to all students.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my colleagues by… being vulnerable and making sure others feel safe being vulnerable with me.

My practice is RELEVANT and EQUITABLE when… students feel safe expressing themselves unselfconsciously and being creative in coloring outside lines.

I support the SELF-DETERMINATION of my students by… offering choices.

I foster CRITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS in my classroom by… doing mindful moments that foster empathy, such as classic Loving Kindness.

I create a COMMUNITY in my classroom by… teaching healthy relationship skills and doing community circles when possible.

I provide a space where students can share and learn about their CULTURE, the culture of their families, and of their communities through activities like...

I model SOLIDARITY & UNITY in my classroom by my... insisting safe space in language and action, and practicing NVC and active listening exercises.

In my classroom, you will see HOPE, LOVE, & RESPECT in my classroom when… you walk in the door. I hope.

I center WELLNESS--Innerself, Interpersonal, & Interconnectedness--in my classroom by... teaching the subject of Health and Wellness, and we happen learn in that specific order.

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Black Pumas - Colors (Official Live Session)

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Nicky’s Community Responsive Teaching Philosophy

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Nicky’s Community Responsive Teaching Philosophy

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I became a teacher because I want to help students have belief in themselves.

As an Ethnic Studies teacher, I want to be able to create a safe space for students to be whoever they want to be and to be proud of who they are.

My purpose/values when teaching Ethnic Studies are that every student has equitable access to the curriculum and identifies with their learning.

My RESPONSIBILITY as an Ethnic Studies educator is to listen, engage and respect my students.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my students by listening to them and their stories.

I develop genuine RELATIONSHIPS with my colleagues by being respectful of their experiences and supporting them with kindness.

My practice is RELEVANT and EQUITABLE when students are able to progress and develop their understanding of the content whilst determining how they relate to the content.

I support the SELF-DETERMINATION of my students by giving them feedback and praising their successes.

I foster CRITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS in my classroom by creating an environment where it is ok to make mistakes.

I create a COMMUNITY in my classroom by creating time for everyone to get to know everyone.

I provide a space where students can share and learn about their CULTURE, the culture of their families, and of their communities through activities like group work varying the sizes and students in the group.

I model SOLIDARITY & UNITY in my classroom by being approachable and inclusive of all my students.

In my classroom, you will see HOPE, LOVE, & RESPECT in my classroom when students are engaged in their learning and working with each other respectfully.

I center WELLNESS--Innerself, Interpersonal, & Interconnectedness--in my classroom by meeting the students where they are at.

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Billie Eilish - you should see me in a crown (Official Video By Takashi Murakami)