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Unconscious Bias: When Good Intentions Aren't Enough by Sarah E. Fiarman (Nov. 2016)

West40PL — 2022-09-13 17:41:39 UTC

BIPOC or POC? Equity or Equality? The Debate Over Language on the Left by Amy Harmon (Nov. 2021)

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Mid-Atlantic Equity Consortium (MAEC) Equity Audit

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This tool was developed under a grant from the U.S. Department of Education but do not necessarily represent policy from the U.S. Department of Education.

Equity Organizational Self-Assessment University of Michigan

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Reporting Student Gender Identify and Sexual Orientation (Public Act 102-0543)

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Illinois Equity Journey Continuum (5Ws)

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How to use Equity Journey Continuum

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Equity Journey Continuum FAQs

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Mt. Vernon Racial Equity Action Plan

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Pennsylvania Equity Action Plan

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Culturally Responsive Curriculum Scorecard (CRE-Rubric NYU-2018)

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MBAR Diversity Curriculum Workshop Auditing Your Curriculum

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Curriculum Equity Audit Tools from Several States (W40)

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Alexandria City, Virginia Director of Equity (2014)

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Arlington, Virginia Public Schools Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer (2021)

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Cambridge Massachusetts, Director of Instructional Equity (2010)

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Brookline Massachusetts, Senior Director of Educational Equity (2019)

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Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools (North Carolina) (2014)

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Evanston/Skokie Manager of Equity, Diversity and Family Community Engagement

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Farmington (Michigan) Director of Instructional Equity and Achievement (2016)

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U46 Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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Oak Park River Forest HS Executive Director of Equity and Student Success (2021)

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Shaker Heights (Ohio) Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (2021)

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South Orange Maplewood (New Jersey) Assistant Superintendent for Access & Equity (2021)

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Stevens Point, Wisconsin Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Coordinator (2021)

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Sun Prairie, Wisconsin Director of Systemic Equity and Inclusion (2021)

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West40 High Needs Remote School - Open to West40, North Cook, and South Cook - 4th - 12th grade

kchavez67 — 2022-09-20 00:35:49 UTC

We serve medically and emotionally fragile students that may struggle with in-person school environments.

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EAP-Perspectives

2022-09-22 14:02:50 UTC

From employee assistance, ie. counseling to DEI Training for Municipalities & School Districts

Panorama Student Surveys

sspaulding14 — 2022-09-22 14:20:58 UTC

Dr. Teresa Lance the ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OF EQUITY AND INNOVATION in U46 is a great resource around the use of this tool. Email: teresalance@u-46.org

Equal Opportunity Schools (EOS)

sspaulding14 — 2022-09-22 14:35:46 UTC

Youth Demands & Adultism

2022-09-22 14:43:09 UTC

https://www.nationalequityproject.org/blog/the-schools-our-youth-demand

Youth Participatory Research Hub

2022-09-22 14:45:04 UTC

https://yparhub.berkeley.edu/

Factsheet - The Racism-Free Schools Act

West40PL — 2023-02-06 15:17:16 UTC

DEI Network 22/23 Agenda & Notes

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Metro Chicago Mathematics Initiative (MCMI) PD Offerings for Teachers, Instructional Leaders & Administrators.

West40PL — 2023-08-11 15:42:49 UTC

Birth to Five Illinois - Family Council Recruitment

West40PL — 2023-08-21 13:37:12 UTC

Synthesis of literature on culturally responsive school leadership

2023-08-23 16:13:25 UTC

http://middlegradesnetwork.pbworks.com/f/Review%20of%20Educational%20Research-2016-Khalifa%20(Cuturally%20Responsive%20)-0034654316630383%20(1).pdf

DEI Network 23/24 Agenda & Notes

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Ensuring Success for Newcomer Students

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Partnership for Resilience

cmombela2 — 2023-10-23 20:36:07 UTC

Affirming Voices

cmombela2 — 2023-10-24 15:40:41 UTC

Affirming Voices was founded in March 2020 by Dra. Alexandra Escobar, a Chicagoland social justice equity leader with over sixteen years of experience, addresses the lack of educational equity and the impact of racism and injustice in school communities.

Bright Morning Podcast

mczerniawski — 2023-10-26 14:29:00 UTC

There are some great episodes here about how to dissolve resistance and be curious.

Well-Being in Schools

mczerniawski — 2023-10-26 14:48:49 UTC

The book Well-Being in Schools has a chapter that goes through some of the major criticisms of well-being and how to address them.

Crissy Mombela's Slides on Trauma Responsiveness, Communities of Practice, and Dissolving Resistance

mczerniawski — 2023-10-26 15:20:38 UTC

Holiday Self Help

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Mental Wellness Card

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Research Opportunity

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Race for Results 2024 Report

mczerniawski — 2024-02-01 19:20:38 UTC

Race for Results Methodology

mczerniawski — 2024-02-01 19:21:13 UTC

The Loft is Now Open to 7th and 8th Grade Students!

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Free English as a Second Language Classes at the Center of Integration and Development!

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Chase Mielke - What's a stressful thing you're doing this week?

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Graduate Programs for Educators School Professionals

West40PL — 2024-03-18 13:44:35 UTC

Do you need professional development this summer? Or, are you looking for something to satisfy your own personal enrichment? VESi offers online continuing education courses to fit your educational needs. Take courses when and where you want!

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To Register: https://bit.ly/IllinoisOnlineAcademy

Mental Health Awareness Month_ You Are Not Alone💚

West40PL — 2024-05-09 14:34:09 UTC

West40 Administrator Academy Workshops

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DEI Network 24/25 Agenda & Notes

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Um...Where is Everybody

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21stCentEd.

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An innovative way to teach 21st century skills all year round

Two More PD Opportunities Left: Teaching about the Asian American Experience: A Primer

West40PL — 2024-08-29 18:33:07 UTC

"Back to School" Free Resources - Brookfield Zoo Chicago

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Illinois V5RC and VIQRC Coaches Update - September 11, 2024

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North Central College Graduate Education News

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ssuerthiea — 2024-09-26 14:57:42 UTC

To make it easier, NEA created the Opportunity Audit, a downloadable assessment and guide with step-by-step instructions for:

Building an Audit Team
Engaging the community
Identifying opportunities for improvement
Setting specific, achievable goals

Social Sciences opportunities from ROE 17

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West40 Administrator Academies

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West40 Professional Learning AA 4114 and AA4106

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Learning Technology Center New year, new K-12 cybersecurity threats

West40PL — 2025-01-07 20:26:25 UTC

NCC: Happy New Year! Spring 2025 Updates

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NCC Aspiring Leaders

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Any district that is able to secure a group of students for a cohort for any of the programs, would get 30% off.

In this brief info session on Zoom, we'll be sharing info about our:

Master of Education in Educational Leadership (principal prep) program
Director of Special Education and Learning Behavior Specialist endorsement courses
Trauma Informed Practices Certificate/degree program
Character Education certificate program (45 hrs. of professional development earned)
All who register will be sent a recording of the info session in a follow up email.

Fwd: Introduction and Educational Resources from the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center

West40PL — 2025-01-21 15:44:21 UTC

West40 Upcoming Administrator Academies

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Character Education Cert Cohort: March 2nd

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North Central College - Character Education certificate - We have another cohort launching March 2^ndand are currently accepting new students for the program. This online asynchronous certificate provides 45 professional development hours and focuses on using tools to foster a school culture of character that is caring, empowering and inclusive for students and school staff.

NCC: Updates for our Educational Partners

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NCC: Updates for our Educational Partners

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NCC: MEd/MAT Info Sessions May 12th @ 11:30am

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NCC: Aspiring Leaders May 1st @ 4pm

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NLU-Unlock The POWER OF AI in PK-12 Education

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NLU - REACH NEW HEIGHTS THIS SUMMER

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North Central College July 2025 Updates

West40PL — 2025-07-09 16:56:30 UTC

Master of Education in Educational Leadership Virtual Info Session on ZOOM: Wednesday, August 6th at 9:30 AM

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/v6td_5qTR4K-kyViN9RHag#/registration

Informational Flyer - National Board Resource Center

West40PL — 2025-07-25 14:19:39 UTC

Take the Next Step in Your Teaching Career with

National Board Certification

BECOME A NATIONAL BOARD PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL - National Board Resource Center

West40PL — 2025-07-25 14:24:24 UTC

TRANSFORM LEARNING.

ELEVATE EDUCATORS.

STRENGTHEN YOUR SCHOOL.

North Central College Master of Education in Educational Leadership program

West40PL — 2025-07-25 16:18:43 UTC

Upcoming Info Session - August 6, 2025 - 9:30am

North Central Collage - Master of Arts in Teaching: Elementary & Secondary Education

West40PL — 2025-07-25 16:20:35 UTC

Upcoming Info Session Aug. 12, 2025 - 12:00pm

Illinois educators have free access to Learning Blade – an engaging, supplemental tool designed to boost STEM learning and career exploration in your classrooms.

West40PL — 2025-08-20 15:15:17 UTC

https://www.edynamiclearning.com/learning-blade/

ACE 3% Tuition Reduction

West40PL — 2025-09-03 17:33:21 UTC

We'd love to see you and your students at our Future Teacher Conference!

West40PL — 2025-09-04 15:08:07 UTC

We're excited to offer your students a great opportunity to explore careers in education as the Illinois State University College of Education hosts the Future Teacher Conference on Friday, November 7. This event is open to all high school students.

We hope you'll bring a group of students to Illinois State for a full day of exploring and engaging in careers in education. This free event will include a dynamic opening session and a variety of sessions for students to choose from about timely topics in teaching, plus student panels featuring current education students.

Registration is open until capacity is reached. All school personnel and students should register individually. This year school personnel will use a separate registration link than students.

School Personnel Registration Form

Student Registration Form

It is very important for each student to complete their own registration form so they can select their individual sessions. *If you don't plan to stay for the final session from 1:25 - 2:00pm, please tell your students not to choose a session for that time.
School personnel will receive periodic student registration lists for your school.

Students can review the conference sessions prior to registration. At the time of registration, school personnel will have an option to sign up for a campus tour.

The event will run from 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m., with check-in beginning at 8:30 a.m., and will include complimentary lunch.

If you have any questions, please email the College of Education at ksappel@ilstu.edu.

Kelli Appel

Director of Recruitment, Retention, and Student Services

College of Education

Illinois State University

FREE Early Childhood Literacy Event for Teachers (PreK-K)

West40PL — 2025-09-04 16:53:14 UTC

Who: PreK & Kindergarten Teachers (limit 40)

What: Incorporating the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan into your Early Childhood Classroom

Where: 415 W. Lexington St., Maywood, IL 60153

When: Friday, October 17th, 12-3pm

REGISTRATION OPENS SEPTEMBER 1

FREE Early Childhood Family Concert Event featuring Jim Gill

West40PL — 2025-09-04 16:53:20 UTC

Who: Families with preschool-aged children (children must be accompanied by an adult; max 2 adults per group) (limit 100 people)

What: An exciting concert for children with an emphasis on growing literacy at home followed by an art activity for children. Each family goes home with a FREE copy of Jim Gill's book.

Where: Gym, West40 Lexington (Enter through Door 7N)

When: Saturday, October 18th, 9-11am

REGISTRATION OPENS SEPTEMBER 1

North Central College - Master of Arts in Teaching and Master of Education in Educational Leadership Info Sessions - September & October 2025

West40PL — 2025-09-10 13:57:29 UTC

Now accepting applications for the Principal Preparation program for Spring 2026!

One Click College Admit Webinar 9-12-25

West40PL — 2025-09-10 17:05:06 UTC

September 2025 issue of ISBE's Multilingual/Language Development Department newsletter

West40PL — 2025-09-24 17:29:37 UTC

North Central College November 2025 Info Sessions

West40PL — 2025-11-13 17:20:30 UTC

North Central College Dec. Info Sessions

West40PL — 2025-12-04 16:40:30 UTC

Updates from North Central College for School Leaders

West40PL — 2026-01-16 14:50:28 UTC

West40 Educator Job Fair!

West40PL — 2026-02-20 16:16:49 UTC

Saturday, March 14, 2026

10:00am-1:00pm

@West40 Gym

415 Lexington St. Maywood IL, 60153

LEARN ABOUT NATIONAL BOARD CERTIFICATION!

West40PL — 2026-03-10 23:03:27 UTC

Updates for North Central College Educational Partners

West40PL — 2026-05-20 15:10:59 UTC