Weeks 11 and 12 by Schleicher, Jade https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm EEU 202 en-us 2022-04-06 15:59:58 UTC 2022-04-06 17:09:25 UTC hello@padlet.com Remember the Titans jschl655 https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm/wish/2132955094 In the early 70s, a white high school and a black high school are forced to integrate in Virginia. This means that their football teams also have to merge. While the players and coaches face many struggles, the team ultimately has a successful, undefeated season. The movie displays the importance of inclusion and not discriminating based on race. It also shows just how influential the support of communities can be. ]]> 2022-04-06 16:12:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm/wish/2132955094 Faith-Based Organization: Habitat for Humanity jschl655 https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm/wish/2132978224 Habitat for Humanity is a global, nonprofit Christian housing organization. They work with those in need to improve and restore houses and neighborhoods. The work they do is so important because families need a place to live and feel comfort no matter what.

More information may be found here: https://www.habitat.orghttps://www.habitat.org

You may also call the following number: (800) HABITAT]]> 2022-04-06 16:25:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm/wish/2132978224 Parks and Recreation Programs: National Recreation and Park Association jschl655 https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm/wish/2133012995 The National Recreation and Park Association works to strengthen communities through parks and recreation. They work to find ways to improve parks and opportunities for recreation that benefit everyone. This is an important organization working to better the world for young and future generations to enjoy.

More information may be found here: https://www.nrpa.org

You may also call the following number: (800) 626-NRPA]]> 2022-04-06 16:43:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm/wish/2133012995 Linking schools, communities, and businesses jschl655 https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm/wish/2133027752 https://www.edutopia.org/blog/school-community-collaboration-brendan-okeefe

The above website is an excellent resource for schools, communities, and businesses to learn what can be done to best support schools and their students. It gives many steps and examples of actions that can be taken to strengthen the connection between schools and other community areas. One interesting example would be linking curriculum to what a business or community member does and having them present to the class.

]]> 2022-04-06 16:50:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm/wish/2133027752 Culture and race as central issues: National Association for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion jschl655 https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm/wish/2133044644 NAEDI is an organization dedicated to improving equity, diversity and inclusion in workspaces and common areas. They want to give underrepresented individuals the opportunity to achieve their goals. It is important that organizations like this exist to keep working towards equity in all areas for all individuals.

More information may be found here: https://www.naedi.org]]> 2022-04-06 17:00:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm/wish/2133044644 Gender Inclusiveness communities and organizations jschl655 https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm/wish/2133061311 https://www.betterup.com/blog/gender-inclusive

The above website gives a really great overview of what gender inclusivity is and how it can be accomplished. There are many ideas to think about when trying to accomplish gender inclusivity. Taking time to review resources like this one is a great first step. ]]> 2022-04-06 17:09:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jschl655/3db19rzuge3y5tgm/wish/2133061311