Here’s another re-release! Alcine Mumby and I explore ways of being and leading in education that truly center students. Young Whan implores us to “marginalize” standardized testing.

Listen Thursday at (streetdata.podbean.com) #StreetData

🍀🌈 The luck of the Irish is in the air! May your day be filled with green delights, joyful celebrations, and the warmth of friendship. Happy St. Patrick's Day! 🎉💚

During a collective review of student #data , Bayview teachers encountered a common challenge: falling into #equity traps.

An equity trap distracts from understanding the root causes of inequity by shifting thinking and personal responsibility.

via Jennifer Ahn

How do you remove 'I can't' from the classroom conversation?

(Strategy via educator Sloan-Keynote Speaker, Workshop Facilitator)

“Two in every three students carry a second, invisible backpack—and it’s weighty indeed.” Read how schools can lessen the heavy load of trauma.

ascd.org/el/articles/th…

'Self-assessment happens when students compare the criteria for good work to their own work, identify their strengths and weaknesses accordingly, and decide what they should do next.'

Curious about implementing self-assessment? Check out this resource: ascd.org/blogs/3-strate…

Black History Month celebrates and honors the achievements, contributions and impact that Black and African-Americans have had on the nation. Black History Month is a time to celebrate cultural and racial pride, reflect and acknowledge the struggle for freedom and equality.

⛈ Update ➡️ Due to increased weather concerns, prioritize safety. For urgent updates, rely on direct school communication and check social media feeds. Visit longbeach.gov for updates from the City of Long Beach. #WeatherWatch 🌊⚠️

⛈ As we anticipate the forecasted storm, the safety of LBUSD students and staff remains our foremost priority. Our dedicated crews are working diligently to safeguard our school campuses in preparation for the inclement weather.

How do you make sure your Ss feel known, accepted, respected and appreciated?

( #WhyITeach via educator Ruth Bard Sarg)

👋 How you say hello matters, reminds T Emily Paschall!

Leadership Effectiveness Nonnegotiables | 'Milken January Finale' Drs. Jane Foley, Tonya Breland, Kim Moreno twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Every fist bump, every smile, every connection – it all adds up, leaders. Thank you.

(Inspiration via P Dr. Latreicia Allen)

Educator Ruth Bard Sarg knows that when you build strong relationships with your Ss, they can last long past the end of the school year. #TeacherHeart

Great win today as we defeated St. Genevieve on the road 58-43 to start off the 2nd round of league play lead by Luke Fajardo (17 Points) and Christian Taite (15 Points). We improve to 17-6 on the season and 5-1 in league. Let’s Go Stars 💙🌟 !

'MLK Day, just like Black History Month, should instead be a culmination of the past year's efforts toward social justice,' writes Julia E. Torres (has two more papers to write). Here's how to make MLK Day meaningful for students:
iste.org/blog/how-to-ma…

🎙NEW EPISODE! LBUSD Program Administrator Nader I. Twal, Ed.D. discusses Vision 2035, a new aspirational vision that reimagines education in the District. ➡️ Watch the full episode at lbschools.net/youtube or listen wherever you get podcasts!

Great Win Today Against Cantwell High As Improve To 3-0 In League, 15-4 Overall, And Extend Our Winning Streak To 7 In A Row. We Were Led By Luke Fajardo’s 24 Points & Christian Taite’s 18 Points. Next Up, LaSalle At Home This Friday. Let’s Go Stars ! 🌟💙

🎓LBUSD Graduate Portrait: Element 4 ➡️ Resilient, Mindful and Thriving Self-advocate
Learn more about how we are reimagining education in LBUSD at lbschools.net/vision2035! #visioninaction #Vision2035 #ExcellenceandEquity #ProudtobeLBUSD