19' Racial Equity Summit

The purpose of this session will be to explore the prevalence of racial diversity and equity in Texas schools. Racial diversity will be examined by comparing statewide school data to state demographics of race. Equity will be explored by identifying schools that have less than a 10% difference between STAAR passing rates across racial groups. Further data from a case study of a North Texas 9th to 12th grade public school will also be presented to explore different ways to measure equity and examine school practices for equitable application.

To assist in helping adults who work with students understand the developmental needs of young girls of color who culturally differ from them or who show difficulty in responding positively to adults.

The ability to engage in courageous leadership and advocacy, conversations can and must take place in both inter- and intra-racial settings. Racial Affinity sessions are being held this year in order to have an unique opportunity for dialogue with those who share a racial identity and lived racial experience. While most of the sessions are spaces in which participants of diverse racial identities share multiple perspectives, Racial Affinity gatherings require participants to select the session that best reflects their personal racial identity. Given the anticipated number of online registration, for some Affinity sessions, please select from the sessions below using the first letter of your last name, when appropriate.