equity in education

We have a special gift for our listeners this holiday season!  🎁🎉🎙️ In September 2023, we had the honor of moderating the Voices of Resilience student panel at the 2023 EMBRACE Equity Symposium, where educators from across California converged to champion equity and inclusion in schools.

In this episode, you'll hear the uplifting conversation we led with an exceptional group of youth who've conquered adversities like homelessness, foster care, and the juvenile justice system. But this wasn’t just about their stories—it's a discussion into the influential force of student voice. These resilient students share insights into how student voices can shape equitable schools and how educators and advocates can champion change from the perspective of our youth!

Get ready to be inspired and enlightened as we bring you the raw, unfiltered audio from this enlightening panel directly from the EMBRACE Equity Symposium. This isn't just a panel discussion; it's an opportunity for you, our listeners, to gain deep insights, learn from real experiences, and be inspired by these remarkable young changemakers!

Happy Holidays from Youth Voice Amplified! 

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Credits:

Producers: Brian Johnson, Gennessa Fisher, Kim Silva and Allyson Baptiste
Production Partners: Kern Education Television Network, the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office and Liam Silva
Theme Song: “Beatitude” by Mountaineer 

In celebration of our 10th episode, we have a special guest who brings a unique perspective on the intersection of student voice and equity in education, especially for students facing adversity like those experiencing homelessness and foster care. Join us as we welcome Dr. John Mendiburu, the Superintendent of Kern County Schools, to the "Youth Voice Amplified" podcast!

In this milestone episode, we hear about Dr. Mendiburu's early years in Kern County and his journey to his current leadership position. We uncover with him key moments and mentors that ignited his passion for education, and how his own experiences navigating adversity propelled him towards a career in education and leadership.

Dr. Mendiburu also provides invaluable insights into the importance of student voice, both as a personal philosophy and as a powerful tool for promoting equity within schools. Throughout our conversation, Dr. Mendiburu offers invaluable advice for fellow educators on nurturing student voices to support resilience, as well as inspiring words of encouragement for youth on their own journeys toward making a positive impact. It's a conversation that truly has something for everyone, and we can't wait to share it with you!

Find helpful resources mentioned in this podcast episode.

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If you would like to ask us a question, recommend a topic, or suggest a guest, please email us at youthvoiceamplified@gmail.com.

Credits:

Producers: Brian Johnson, Gennessa Fisher, Kim Silva and Allyson Baptiste
Production Partners: Kern Education Television Network, the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office and Liam Silva
Theme Song: “Beatitude” by Mountaineer 

In this episode of Room to Grow, Joanie and Curtis share a powerful conversation with Dr. Julia Aguirre, co-author of the book The Impact of Identity on K-8 Mathematics: Rethinking Equity-Based Practices.

This publication, and additional work led by Julia at the University of Washington, Tacoma, has influenced countless math educators across the country who want to ensure that all students have the opportunities, support, and classroom experiences that lead to deep learning of meaningful mathematics.

She challenges us all to not only bring our personal experiences and passions as teachers to our students, but to also tap into their experiences, passions, cultures, and communities as opportunities to make sense of and engage with mathematics. We think this episode will get you thinking and will give you some ideas about supporting your students’ math identities.

We encourage you to explore the resources below, referenced in this episode:

• You can learn more about Julia and her work here: https://sites.google.com/a/uw.edu/dr-julia-aguirre/home?pli=1
• You can purchase Julia’s book here: https://www.nctm.org/store/Products/The-Impact-of-Identity-in-K-8-Mathematics--Rethinking--Equity-Based-Practices/
• You can find the TODOS paper Julia mentions here: https://www.todos-math.org/assets/images/The%20Movement%20to%20Prioritize%20Antiracist%20Mathematics%20final%203.0_v6.pdf

Did you enjoy this episode of Room to Grow? Please leave a review and share the episode with others. Share your feedback, comments, and suggestions for future episode topics by emailing roomtogrowmath@gmail.com. Be sure to connect with your hosts on Twitter and Instagram: @JoanieFun and @cbmathguy. 

As an advocate for the underserved, Rick believes in the power of education to open pathways to opportunity and transform communities. Rick Benbow is the western Regional Vice President for Western Governors University (WGU). Throughout his career in academia, Rick has been passionate about creating innovation in higher education. 

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Ways to connect with Rick and find out more about Western Governors University (WGU):

Western Governors University: www.wgu.edu/success

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As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month, let's talk about the "taboo" subject of the menstrual cycle. In this conversation Bria, Ebere and Sedie get into the mysteries of the menstrual cycle and why it's important to dispel them and allow women, girls and those who menstruate to understand the beauty of the cycle.

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What classrooms need now: A focus on emotional health.

Quick Take is a weekly dose of ideas and insights delivered in short form.

Today’s episode features Tim Shriver, chairman of the Special Olympics and founder of Unite, speaking at the Aspen Ideas Festival. Watch the full conversation, produced in partnership with the Walton Family Foundation:  https://www.aspenideas.org/sessions/the-classroom-of-the-future-better-education-for-all

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Want to get in touch with Sahar and "Own Your Voice" Here are some links:

• Website: https://www.saharpaz.com/
• Own Your Voice Summit: https://2020-own-your-voice-summit.heysummit.com/
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• Buy "Find Your Voice Book: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9780990972525

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Dr. Will Deyamport III

As seen on Forbes.com, Schoology Exchange, District Administration, EdSurge, iNACOL, and TechEdge magazine, Will Deyamport, III, Ed.D. is a District Instructional Technologist for Hattiesburg Public School District. Dr. Will, as he is better known as, specializes in assisting educators in going digital. In this role, he delivers in-person and virtual training and coaching, designs and delivers online professional development courses, and live webinars for teachers in grades K-12.  

Additionally, Dr. Will is a podcaster, writer, documentary filmmaker, and educational consultant.

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Elissa Frazier

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Hedreich Nichols is a curriculum designer and Middle Years Program district edtech lead from North Texas. She is also an author and equity consultant helping teachers and schools amplify the voices of all students. With her Cherry Lake Publishing equity series books, What is Antiracism and What is the Black Lives Matter Movement, as well as her upcoming Solution Tree title for teachers, Hedreich uses her knowledge and experiences to ensure that teachers have the skills and knowledge they need to create more equitable classrooms.

Hedreich also hosts a YouTube series and podcast, SmallBites, with the same focus. Between SmallBites and her work as a speaker and writer for teacher prep programs; educational publications and podcasts like Edutopia and Cult of Pedagogy; and in conferences like VASCD, MassCUE and AEILOC; Hedreich uses her voice to educate and create change around issues of access and equity in education. Connect with her on Twitter, Instagram, Linkedin or Facebook to learn more.

Prior to becoming and edtech teacher, she was a music educator and Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter. Hedreich received her Master of Education at Texas A&M University.

Janine Gomez

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Elissa Frazier

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In today's episode, my guest Whitney Hughes shares her stories from working as a Peace Corps volunteer and in the nonprofit space focusing on equity in education. She shares gems of how she inspired, educated, and empowered young people and how that has formed her current career path. 

Whitney's goal to make sure that her students were informed, inspired, and empowered transformed her own goals and career path. You can tell her passion for equity in education just by the way she speaks on it and her experiences. 

Whitney having studied political science and receiving a certificate in international relations and teaching English as a second language worked as a Peace Corps volunteer in China and later in the field of education for nonprofit centered around working collaboratively with students with topics of  race and equity in education she's currently is receiving her Masters in equity and diversity in education at the University of Nevada let's take a listen to Whitney story

 Learn more about the Brazen Collective and follow Whitney on Instagram. While you are there follow the Tell Me, If You Can podcast.

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• Dr. Kelly Ferguson
• kferguson@luc.edu
• https://www.luc.edu/education/faculty/directory/fergusonkellyn.shtml

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Genevieve Dagobet is a brilliant, strong, courageous woman. After migrating to the US from Hatii in 1992, Genevieve eventually found Waldorf Education and knew she couldn't look back. She has over thirty years experience in education including time as a passionate Waldorf class teacher. In this episode Genevieve and I are discussing Waldorf Education, Rudolf Steiner, comments he made about race, and much more.

Additional show notes for this episode can be found at:
waldorfy.com/genevieve

Theme music for this episdoe was composed and performed by Book Kennison.