Leading for Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

An important aspect of leadership in schools is being mindful of the identities, backgrounds, communities, and histories of the populations they serve. Even more important is an understanding of how the sociocultural contexts in which we all live result in systemic unequal distribution of power, privilege, and resources. This course will review key theoretical frameworks that attempt to describe the nature of schools, teaching and learning, and unequal student outcomes. The course will give participants the opportunity to consider the history and structure of schools from multiple perspectives by taking an intersectional approach. Participants will be expected to apply the NYSED Culturally Responsive and Sustaining Frameworks in their individual settings and propose research, policy or practice they are focused on Justice, Equity, Diversity and/or Inclusion.