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    Episode 139: Educational Equity with Dr Almitra Berry

    enSeptember 13, 2023
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    About this Episode

    Almitra L. Berry is a nationally recognized motivational speaker, author, and consultant on the topic of culturally and linguistically diverse learners in America’s K12 education system.

    Her works and research focus on equity and academic achievement for marginalized learners – particularly in majority-of-color, low-wealth, large, urban school districts.

    Dr. Berry is host of the podcast, Educational Equity Emancipation and author of the book Effecting Change for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners as well as numerous other articles addressing educational equity.

    A graduate of University of California, Davis, Dr. Berry has worked with leaders and systems throughout the United States, Canada, and Caribbean.

    She has presented at scores of national and international conferences on equity, leadership, curriculum reform, and meeting the needs of historically underserved and disenfranchised learners.

    In this episode we discussed:

    • being aware of the profound impact teachers can have on their students' lives
    • how Dr Berry is ensuring that culturally and linguistically diverse students thrive academically
    • the significance of pursuing purposeful work that brings joy and fulfillment

    Connect with Almitra Berry: https://www.alberryconsulting.com/

     

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