Equity Matters: Session 1 by Jessica Heitfield https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb In thinking about your group's dialogue, what are some of your new insights? en-us 2021-03-11 18:28:41 UTC 2021-04-16 15:10:31 UTC hello@padlet.com Valerianos , Miller & Jayashuriya. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312300034 Students do not discuss it ; could be because my group was so diverse. There was a front office staff member who doesn't have those types of discussions & a SPED teacher who as myself, is a first year teacher due to DL these topics haven't been bought up. ]]> 2021-03-15 18:37:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312300034 Jeffrey https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312300424 Do not wait for students to bring up the topics of race or identity. Speak about it frankly whether you can tie it into a lesson, play, book, etc. and speak of who you identify as and include race. Important to show empathy, kids can see through false concern.]]> 2021-03-15 18:37:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312300424 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312305174 Listening to kids tell their own stories can be insightful]]> 2021-03-15 18:38:36 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312305174 Amy amy_g_carroll https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312308929 Be sure to broach race with students and families.]]> 2021-03-15 18:39:27 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312308929 Our group talked about bringing up race with students and families and showing interest and respect. We also discussed that we like the idea of celebrating achievements of non-white individuals in science, literature, etc. and showing it throughout our classrooms, offices, and hallways. juliebentley1 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312309418 2021-03-15 18:39:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312309418 Steve stevebalach https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312309853 In my EL classes the topic of race hasn't really come up, except in references to topics, such Black History Month.  That said, an attempt is made to integrate positive images of the racial/ethnic groups represented in the class.  ]]> 2021-03-15 18:39:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312309853 Race does not come up in EL classes. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312314003 2021-03-15 18:40:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312314003 Being respectful to each other and listening. Creating a comfortable and safe area for students to share their thoughts. rebeccamejia https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312314568 2021-03-15 18:40:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312314568 Ways to engage https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312314754 What are good ways to engage in this conversation with students? Is it best to wait for opportunities, or should discussions be purposefully done? When is a good space for dialogue?]]> 2021-03-15 18:40:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312314754 Cinda cindaachter https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312314975 It's important to be aware of student sensitivities to topics that may display a particular race as week or not treated fairly when looking at history in science. I use to use the Tuskegee Study and HeLa cells until I became aware of these sensitivities. ]]> 2021-03-15 18:40:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312314975 My life experiences are different from others, and I need to learn and listen to better myself https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312315480 2021-03-15 18:40:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312315480 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312316003 - Most of my discussions with my students has been them wanting reassurance that they are safe with me after disturbing world events.
- Even folks that may identify with a particular ethnic group, might have little understanding of their roots and feel insecure through discussions about race due to this. ]]> 2021-03-15 18:40:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312316003 Belle's Random thoughts: Mayra and I talked about how race does not come up in Park View High School often. This may be due to the extensive diversity present in the student population. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312316368 2021-03-15 18:41:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312316368 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312316459 My EL students have never brought up race with me.]]> 2021-03-15 18:41:03 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312316459 Parkview https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312316763 Talked about how students at Parkview have an advantage being around students of different cultures and different races]]> 2021-03-15 18:41:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312316763 Be a good listener; it can be hard to speak about this topic depending on your childhood experiences/knowledge base; the pain people are enduring is very obvious and large scale jenlazhar https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312316829 2021-03-15 18:41:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312316829 Algebra is so abstract that race is not an easy fit, but in the connections before content part of the lessons you learn so much more about our students and how their racial identity touches on so much of their own being that is important to keep the context the students are learning in https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312316940 2021-03-15 18:41:10 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312316940 I learned that in some of the newcomer EL classes race jessica_kirkland https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312317461 2021-03-15 18:41:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312317461 Was surprised to hear how many of my students have experienced racism outside the Park View/Sterling area gerrittpeck https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312318208 2021-03-15 18:41:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312318208 Our students generally connect with other students that are like them and as we continue to engage we must also teach empathy and to appreciate diversity https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312318458 2021-03-15 18:41:27 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312318458 Listen to experiences https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312319019 2021-03-15 18:41:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312319019 New faces/departments https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312319048 I was happy to see and hear from teachers within other departments. I rarely see other teachers outside of the WLC side of the building. It was a great way to spend my Monday. ]]> 2021-03-15 18:41:35 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312319048 kristen_lankford https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312319091 Talked about how much I have learned over the past year. We had a really positive conversation and shared similar experiences. Our group felt supportive and like minded. ]]> 2021-03-15 18:41:35 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312319091 Not necessarily new but an assurance that PV is a great community for old and new teachers. Gracias :) susannoh https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312319863 2021-03-15 18:41:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312319863 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312319880 It was great to have a discussion about what holds us back from engaging in race dialogues, even when these dialogues are positive.]]> 2021-03-15 18:41:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312319880 Content before connections? https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312320269 Sometimes the struggle with having genuine conversations on race (or other issues of value) is the pressure and time committed to content of the class. Especially in terms of guidance from teachers and expectations of students that a class has a very specific purpose; rarely is that purpose to have a connecting discussion. 

]]> 2021-03-15 18:41:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312320269 McMillion https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312320343 Talked about how I had a student(label was ED) I worked with in a practicum that was very upset about another teacher - the student called the teacher a racist. I had the student take a few minutes to calm down and then the student told me that he knew the teacher was not racist but was upset and felt the need to say that. I explained to him that it is okay to feel that way, that in his life he may encounter people that are racist but instead of getting angry, we need talk about it and how to make it a more known and talked about topic.]]> 2021-03-15 18:41:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312320343 Be ok in not knowing everything. (Unlike with our content) https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312320377 2021-03-15 18:41:53 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312320377 New insights https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312320567 People are looking for a way to have an organic conversation. Students want to be heard and have a voice when it comes to speaking out.
What are some ways to begin a discussion when you are uncomfortable and do not want to offend?]]> 2021-03-15 18:41:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312320567 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312320904 As a newcomer EL teacher, I don't really have an opportunity to discuss race with the students. However, I know that it's important to make sure my students feel safe enough to talk about these issue if my students are wanting to discuss them. ]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312320904 I find that when I ask a question and I answer it about myself first, some students will open up and answer about their truth. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321105 2021-03-15 18:42:03 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321105 Our group discussed why some may be hesitant about having conversations about race and identity in the workplace for fear of offending or being judged. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321147 2021-03-15 18:42:03 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321147 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321196 Nothing everyone doesn't know but mind need reminding...listen to your kids. Make them feel safe and not judged.

]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321196 There are people who's experiences are so different than mine, that they don't even realize my experience exists. And I have to remember this always https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321387 2021-03-15 18:42:06 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321387 Don't be afraid to have conversations https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321437 2021-03-15 18:42:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321437 I shared that my students are looking to belong. They want to be sure they are welcome and accepted just as they are. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321443 2021-03-15 18:42:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321443 Insights robinwilson6 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321501 - Just because students aren't verbally participating doesn't mean they aren't digesting what you are saying about race]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321501 Not new but reinforcement https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321575 It is key to provide a safe space for kids to share, listen and engage in conversations about race & identity]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:09 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321575 In Science, I "push" diverse models https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321697 In my experience as a science teacher, students haven't brought up race. I have shared diverse role models for them to hopefully make connections.]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321697 Not knowing about race and the different struggles people face can lead to offending during a conversation about race. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321748 2021-03-15 18:42:12 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321748 Engaging with students nicolecobb1 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321943 We talked about finding the moments to engage with students and to reassure them that we can be open and honest in our classrooms. Sometimes teachers shy away from conversations surrounding race. It is important to help provide the context of race when facing tough conversations.]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:14 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312321943 Equity sharing kelseylauritzen https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312322033 I shared about not being sure how to approach race and disabilities within a group of learners that are very diverse with backgrounds and impairments of Autism and/or ID. ]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312322033 Be more comfortable talking about race and identity. stephaniehurless https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312322140 2021-03-15 18:42:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312322140 Every bit is a step forward https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312322515 Meeting with different people is helpful --> it's great to understand different perspectives

]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312322515 Relationships are key https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312322587 Connections before content is vital to the overall quality of education a student will receive]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:22 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312322587 don't be afraid to have an open mind and its ok we are all in a different place in our journey https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312322691 2021-03-15 18:42:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312322691 equity sharing sara_smeby https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312322749 Don't be afraid.  Try new ways to reach all of the different students we have (SPED/EL)

]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312322749 If a student brings up a topic around race, it's important to listen deeply to what they are saying. Be sure to ask questions and acknowledge their ideas/feelings. jeanine_wavelet https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312323235 2021-03-15 18:42:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312323235 The roads to racial understanding do not all lead to the same destination. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312323244 2021-03-15 18:42:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312323244 Separating Politics jeannettemahood https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312323378 Feel students group political beliefs with how people view race and identity. Try to have them see the difference and not group them.

]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312323378 Life experiences and what you decide to do with them nancyrolfe https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312323765 2021-03-15 18:42:38 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312323765 Music brings culture to surface jeanene_sims https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312323898 In our group we talked about how kids don't discuss race even in language classes. We also talked about the struggle say in the weight room with regard to music choice which does separate students]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312323898 It's okay to have these conversations https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324031 2021-03-15 18:42:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324031 Equitable practice and antiracism are not "endgames," but a constant process. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324201 2021-03-15 18:42:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324201 ways others start conversations https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324251 2021-03-15 18:42:44 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324251 Good sharing steven_leckie https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324641 Learned things about colleagues' experience (personal and professional) that expands my understanding of my own practice.

]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324641 New Insights elizabeth_thomas12 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324666 Important to lean into the knowledge and strategies colleagues have used successfully. Make listening the priority. ]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324666 The challenges involved in having discussions about race, both at school and at home, and how we may need some structure in order to know how to do this in the classroom. suzanne_irwin1 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324745 2021-03-15 18:42:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324745 Students have concerns about equity issues and they have shared them with faculty members. megan_omeara2 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324764 2021-03-15 18:42:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312324764 Have discussions to ensure understandings of basic concepts https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312325091 2021-03-15 18:42:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312325091 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312325312 For many EL students, coming to the US is their first experience of being in the minority WRT a dominant culture, so we sometimes talk about or talk through their experiences of inequitable treatment, demeaning remarks, etc.]]> 2021-03-15 18:42:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312325312 relationships https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312325339 2021-03-15 18:42:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312325339 susan_f_smith https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312325465 Making connections with the students so they feel save talking about race

]]> 2021-03-15 18:43:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312325465 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312326095 our relationships and rapport with the kids are super important in order to lead to the conversations that require a lot of courage for the students to initiate.

]]> 2021-03-15 18:43:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312326095 Being bilingual and bicultural is great https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312326127 I encourage the students I support that they should be proud of their background.]]> 2021-03-15 18:43:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312326127 Be a good listener; background experiences may differ widely thus causing some to not have a lot to say about race - always be supportive, aware and connected to others jenlazhar https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312326285 2021-03-15 18:43:10 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312326285 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312326424 Wish we had more time to engage with this but isn't that always the wish, more time. 

]]> 2021-03-15 18:43:12 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312326424 Vulnerability to say I don't know and I want to learn https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312326799 2021-03-15 18:43:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312326799 Depending on someone's story, the experience is going to look different for everyone. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312327580 2021-03-15 18:43:26 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312327580 Race michaelmccabe1 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312327703 I was subbing in a Middle School ESL class, 5-6 students, one of them was black. Somehow the topic came up about black folks something something. I gave a summary response and then turned to the black student and said, "So how'd I do?" or something like that. He said, "That was good," of something positive like that.]]> 2021-03-15 18:43:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312327703 tKnow https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312328854 2021-03-15 18:43:36 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312328854 My experiences are different from those of my colleagues michael_vereb https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312329166 2021-03-15 18:43:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312329166 Listening, understanding, and using opportunties to discuss equity is important for teachers and students. lisa_maylott https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312329672 2021-03-15 18:43:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312329672 race https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312331355 Challenging for everyone.

]]> 2021-03-15 18:44:10 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312331355 Just a good conversation miroslavloncar https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312331427 It's nice to hear from others about the topic

]]> 2021-03-15 18:44:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312331427 It's awkward https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312331904 It's very awkward discussing race and inequality with someone who has no experience with what you are feeling.

]]> 2021-03-15 18:44:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312331904 The Pledge carol_matheny https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312333965 Seems to be the most remarkable moment of the day about race.]]> 2021-03-15 18:44:45 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312333965 Beware of the Color Blue as a class of race davidwagner6 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312336671 2021-03-15 18:45:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312336671 Students have concerns about equity at school, and they have shared these with faculty members megan_omeara2 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312340484 2021-03-15 18:46:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312340484 If we show students that we are not all rich https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312604764 2021-03-15 19:50:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1312604764 Conversations are easiest when they arise organically https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425537067 2021-04-16 14:13:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425537067 It's good to explore different opinions and recognize we all think differently. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425537876 2021-04-16 14:13:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425537876 Focused on Helping Students https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425538092 While each member of our group interacts with students in a different manner, we all have the same purpose - to help our students.]]> 2021-04-16 14:13:42 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425538092 Being a good listener to those who have something to say to us. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425538181 2021-04-16 14:13:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425538181 Generational davidwagner6 https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425538587 There are still may differences in the life experiences of generations that need to be overcome

]]> 2021-04-16 14:13:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425538587 aaronhoxworth https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425538844 Everyone is at a different point in their equity journey. When people act in a manner that is not appropriate we should correct them coming from a place of educating/love so they will want to become better]]> 2021-04-16 14:13:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425538844 Being a good listener and giving our students and adults in the building a safe place to talk. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425539131 2021-04-16 14:13:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425539131 4/16 carol_matheny https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425540013 The challenge is making conversations about race authentic.]]> 2021-04-16 14:14:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425540013 It is hard https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425540557 When you speak your truths, others who haven't experienced it, has a hard time understanding our perspective.

]]> 2021-04-16 14:14:14 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425540557 For me to learn I listen. For me to act I behave fairly. So many are so knowledgeable and have experiences. A lot to be learned. teresa_short https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425541334 2021-04-16 14:14:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425541334 Teachers are having great discussions with students about these issues and giving them the freedom to express themselves. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425543850 2021-04-16 14:14:55 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425543850 Nice to hear different experiences, and discuss with each other https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425544263 2021-04-16 14:15:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425544263 wanting to hear students' stories , being open and interested in them is valuable https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425546068
everyone's story is fascinating

]]> 2021-04-16 14:15:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425546068 listening and understanding and opening up the conversation. https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425549320 2021-04-16 14:16:03 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425549320 listen to learn not always to change https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425559775 2021-04-16 14:18:15 UTC https://padlet.com/jessica_heitfield/t5492hkdylslq7pb/wish/1425559775