Rodriguez is a member of the ESD 189 LEADER Initiative core team, one of many working to diversify the district’s educator workforce. ow.ly/W6tX50P4xG7

“Student voice is a key element,” says Ranna Harb. “Students are saying what they want, and we need to make sure to hire teachers that look and sound like them, who can represent the diverse communities they come from.” Northshore School District UW Bothell CityU of Seattle leaderwa.org/working-in-rel…

Excellence, done right, means doing the hard work to help all students achieve at high levels—not just the students who come to school with great advantages. ow.ly/Kmi250PaK0O

Equal funding doesn’t mean equitable resources . Non-monetary resources like teacher quality, leadership diversity, positive school climate, and advanced coursework all matter too. fordhaminstitute.org/national/resea…

East Valley HS is getting students excited about the manufacturing industry by expanding workforce development opportunities. ow.ly/IoA750PejRV

Though directly aimed at college admissions policies, does the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to end affirmative action stand to affect other issues like diversity initiatives, access to high-level courses, and teacher preparation? ow.ly/4aEy50Pel4O

When teacher layoff decisions are based on seniority, teachers of color are more likely to be let go than white teachers. Can districts reexamine their layoff policies so that teachers’ effectiveness, and not just seniority, be considered? ow.ly/C6O950PfHBN

Students learn and engage more when they are fully supported. That's why WA's I-BEST programs feature two teachers in the classroom: one provides job training and the other teaches basic skills. Everett CC SBCTC Washington ow.ly/GFFy50PfFNT

Students can’t learn if they don’t understand what the mistake was, or when there’s no conversation. #RestorativeJustice ow.ly/RvPs50PfCRo

Let's make sure our students are supported and have educators who look and sound like them, representing the diverse communities they come from. ow.ly/AXJw50PmVRZ! CityU of Seattle UW Bothell Dr. Allison Hintz

The Direct Admission Partnerships mean it’s easier and more affordable than ever for many students who thought college was out of reach to now attend Saint Martin’s. #waedu southsoundtalk.com/2023/07/19/sai…

A group of high-school-aged Youth of Color from southeast Seattle schools were invited to learn about and engage in philanthropy. They walked away with a greater appreciation for giving back to their communities. southseattleemerald.com/2023/06/13/ses…

The $75,000 grant empowers more educators to pioneer projects that redefine the learning experience for Spokane students. ow.ly/hcWN50PKO6e

“Education is the most effective way to change the future. And teachers are the best resources to achieve that goal.” - SPS Foundation president Sam Song to The Spokesman-Review about a $75K College Spark WA grant that will help SPSF fund innovative projects. spokesman.com/stories/2023/s…

📚🎉Grateful to elena perry at the The Spokesman-Review for shining a spotlight on our recent grant award! Your coverage helps spread the word about the positive impact of education partnerships. 🤩 ow.ly/uSNa50PLf5J

Free League of Education Voters (LEV) - now on Bluesky webinar tomorrow Jan 4 - We spotlight four colleges that have made substantial change at their institutions by implementing the Guided Pathways Initiative. Register now. bit.ly/pathways_of_ch… College Spark WA SBCTC Washington South Puget Sound CC @CCofSpokane #HigherEducation

A partnership between Mukilteo School District and Washington Education Association for a teacher residency program helps certify educators who reflect their diverse learners and communities. It also helps fill the need for special education teachers. ow.ly/W7wF50QxphG

“When we are able to have someone who shares our experiences or is able to teach us through a culturally competent lens and show us the different intricacies, nuances and richness of our culture, we are able to learn so much better,” Anya Souza-Ponce. ow.ly/Yqo750QAlkS

📢Attention WA HS students! Are you preparing for college and have great stories to tell about your experience? 🎓Ready WA wants to partner with you! Apply to be a Ready WA Student Storyteller today! Students will be compensated for their writing and time ow.ly/9wCW50SCygT