Student Focus Groups - Fall 2021 by Kinah Rosas https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl Every child deserves an education that guarantees the safety to learn in the comfort of one's own skin - Dena Simmons en-us 2021-11-11 17:19:46 UTC 2026-02-20 20:57:14 UTC hello@padlet.com I don't think racism exists at our school because i have never seen someone treat someone else differently because of their skin color https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899494449 2021-11-18 13:30:14 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899494449 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899499782 yes because racism is something that shouldnt be happening at out school, we are all the same and we are all human]]> 2021-11-18 13:32:19 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899499782 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899504472 I don't think racism exists at our school. But microaggression might. Sometimes I overhear students talking about others because of their religion or the color of their skin. Teachers and lessons however, embrace the concept of equality.  ]]> 2021-11-18 13:34:10 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899504472 To an extent yes, not between teachers and students but between students and other students, small racial jokes sometimes take it over the top and think its ok to say certain things when in reality it isn't. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899516824 2021-11-18 13:38:51 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899516824 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899519274 Yes, the curriculum does include issues of race, racism, and inclusion. I believe that these issues are depicted fairly. For example, we have a wide range of books in our class library based on diversity and discrimination. ]]> 2021-11-18 13:39:50 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899519274 No, I do not think that racism exists at our school. Everyone at our school is treated with kindness and equal respect no mater their color, race, gender, or by the way they look. This school also doesn't just accept each others differences, they embrace them too. M.S. 127 teaches a lot about other cultures, religions, holidays, and customs of their students. However, I do sometimes see students talking and making fun of the religion, holidays, and customs of their peers. Things like this mostly take places in areas such as the bathrooms and at recess. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899520440 2021-11-18 13:40:18 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899520440 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899523208 I feel empowered to call out racism, but I know others might feel otherwise. When a student reports something to a teacher, they are often looked down upon by their classmates. This may prevent them from sharing their thoughts openly with the teacher. ]]> 2021-11-18 13:41:17 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899523208 racism might and might not exist at our school because sometimes kids be making racist jokes that might hurt their feelings but most of the time they are joking, and it depends on your humor. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899523963 2021-11-18 13:41:34 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899523963 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899529734 Many school subjects include lessons on inclusion and are culturally responsive. I feel the the environment of school has changed so that there is no such thing as an "average student". In my opinion, this school embraces the fact that we are all different and reminds us whenever possible. ]]> 2021-11-18 13:43:31 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899529734 No not really https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899556915 2021-11-18 13:53:18 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899556915 yes sometimes because I sometimes hear people being racist to the asians. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899561715 2021-11-18 13:55:01 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899561715 So far i haven't see any racist people in M.S 127. So it's a no. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899574893 2021-11-18 13:59:44 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899574893 I haven't had any lesson about racism but i think there are lessons about them. I think they are depicted fairly but i a not sure. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899579768 2021-11-18 14:01:35 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899579768 I do feel safe because i am not afraid to stand up for myself and others. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899582726 2021-11-18 14:02:40 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899582726 I feel empowered to call out racism, but I know some people feel scared to call out racism, but when one person calls out racism then the other person also opens up. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899582819 2021-11-18 14:02:42 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899582819 Many times racism topics come up in discussions and that's when sometimes we get to talk about it. Also this school is really welcoming and i haven't faced any racism. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899588791 2021-11-18 14:04:54 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899588791 Sometimes during class racism topic comes up and we get to discuss it https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899591587 2021-11-18 14:05:56 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899591587 Yes, the curriculum does include and explain issues of racism, discrimination, and equality. I believe that these issues and problems are presented accurately. For example, in our classroom, there is a library section. In the library section, there are several books, novels, and articles that state problems about discrimination and talk about how we should accept each others differences. They also discuss topics about the religions, customs, and holidays of other religions. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899696703 2021-11-18 14:40:46 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899696703 A lot of the times in class, we discuss topics related to racism, discrimination, and diversity. We also talk about how the students in our class are different such as the different holidays we celebrate, the different customs we have, and the differences in our religons. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899706627 2021-11-18 14:44:15 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899706627 If racism occurs in our school, I would feel safe to call it out because I trust everyone in this building and believe that they will take the problem seriously and not overlook it. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899724619 2021-11-18 14:50:00 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899724619 Sometimes depending on your humor, you might take it differently than someone else but some kids are more sensitive than others Nothing too serious though. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899941747 2021-11-18 16:08:27 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899941747 Yes, the curriculum definitely includes topics about society and its unfair discrimination. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899952105 2021-11-18 16:12:11 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899952105 Definitely, maybe because of my personality but I don't tolerate that. and I trust that anybody in the building will protect me and come to my defense. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899955624 2021-11-18 16:13:41 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899955624 My school has created after school groups ,field trips over the years, assignments, Group discussions, And counseling https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899958381 2021-11-18 16:14:52 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1899958381 All of the 127 teachers are not racist, I feel as thought most of the racism if coming from the students because they dont known much about each others culture besides what they see on tv.-KaydenWatson https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900267268 2021-11-18 18:23:32 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900267268 Yes because I dont think its right and I love fighting for what right, and as vp of student conuicl its my job to help make the school a more safer okay for students. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900277245 2021-11-18 18:28:22 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900277245 The staff in ms.127 is incredible they show so much love equality and support. its just amazing https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900281946 2021-11-18 18:30:39 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900281946 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900358621 I do think racism in our school exists. Of course not every student in out school is racist, but there definitely are people who are racist. I’ve seen people say the n slur, the c slur, and many other slurs when it wasn’t there place to say them. I’ve also seen students make fun of other students race and talk behind their backs. It is a big and serious problem that unfortunately a lot of people have to face every single day.]]> 2021-11-18 19:05:45 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900358621 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900364658 Yes, the curriculum does include race and racism because in subjects like ELA or Social Studies, I find that we touch on those topics a lot]]> 2021-11-18 19:08:48 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900364658 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900376077 Yes, whenever I see people being racist, I definitely make sure to call them out for their behavior. Now it doesn’t always mean that they learn from what I say, but the do shut their mouths for the period of time I’m there.]]> 2021-11-18 19:14:41 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900376077 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900379232 The teachers in 127 (or at least the ones I have) are very easy to talk to. We can talk to them about racism, sexism, homophobia, and really a lot of things. The different kind of clubs are also great safe spaces to talk about racism.]]> 2021-11-18 19:16:12 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900379232 Abrar https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900641737 No, there are many people in the schools who follow different cultures and religions, the whole school is filled with people of different races such as africans ,Bengalis ,middle easterns and many more ]]> 2021-11-18 22:05:00 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900641737 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900643493 I have no issues with what were learning so far about races and i think they are accurately talking about every race ]]> 2021-11-18 22:06:36 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900643493 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900644779 Yes i feel the need to stand up for whats right but i havent encountered racism in this school so far 

]]> 2021-11-18 22:07:47 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900644779 Imani T. https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900676983 Yes, I feel safe to call out racism in 127 because i think we are all stars in this school and nobody should be treated so disrespectfully. ]]> 2021-11-18 22:36:41 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900676983 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900701509 Yes.it definitely exist.I’ve seen people being called all types of slurs and stereotyping a certain race.it’s happened to me as people try to make say words that a so offensive and I got called an immigrant which is rather rude.]]> 2021-11-18 22:59:35 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1900701509 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1901924533 i think its pretty easy to communicate with the teachers also because you can really talk to them about anything if your having questions or problems]]> 2021-11-19 12:14:15 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1901924533 Ava Castro avacastro2023 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902032505 Unfortunately I do believe that racism exists in our school. Even despite the diversity we have in 127 I still hear offensive racial insults thrown around. Not to mention most of the time people find them humorous or funny. ]]> 2021-11-19 13:20:50 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902032505 Ava Castro avacastro2023 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902034824 I think that the subjects taught that involve racism or any type of discrimination are shown accurately, they aren't watered down versions of the original stories and they aren't over-exaggerated either. ]]> 2021-11-19 13:21:56 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902034824 Ava Castro avacastro2023 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902041030 I do feel safe to call out racism in our school because I know that it would be wrong to let the people that are saying these offensive things continue to be rude. ]]> 2021-11-19 13:25:08 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902041030 Ava Castro avacastro2023 https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902057395 This school has done a pretty good job especially since the school is already so diverse. ]]> 2021-11-19 13:33:19 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902057395 kotha https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902276742 yes i think there racism exist because people talk about it and also respect it ]]> 2021-11-19 15:02:42 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902276742 kotha https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902282651 yes but sometimes no because other make you feel bad and they disagree and that makes you feel bad that you called it out.  ]]> 2021-11-19 15:05:09 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902282651 kotha https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902285719 I would say they provide teachers that listen to you even if you are right or wrong. ]]> 2021-11-19 15:06:27 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902285719 kotha https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902288546 Yes, the curriculum does include race and racism because in some subject they talk about it.]]> 2021-11-19 15:07:37 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1902288546 Morgan Lewis https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1910663816 I also do unfortunately, because I think it is coming from other places out side of school, such as home, out in the streets, resturaunt, and etc.]]> 2021-11-24 13:56:58 UTC https://padlet.com/msrosas/dkfzzme9lhv3u5sl/wish/1910663816