Dr. Rachel Monárrez speaks with Caleb Encarnacion-Rivera, the Director of Equity and Isha Adan, a student at South High Community School about how Worcester Public Schools is adopting culturally responsive practices in teaching and learning.
00:00 Intro
02:15 Dr Monárrez asks: What is cultural responsiveness in curriculum and instruction, and how does it positively impact student learning and engagement?
08:30 Dr Monárrez asks: What work has been ongoing and what are some goals for next couple years in regards to cultural responsiveness in school instruction?
16:14 Dr Monárrez asks: What is the training that is being done with both students and staff?
20:30 Mr. Encarnacion-Rivera asks: What inspired you to prioritize culturally responsive pedagogy in our district, and how do you see it shaping the future of teaching and learning in Worcester?
22:48 Mr. Encarnacion-Rivera asks: What role do you think school and district leaders play in modeling culturally responsive practices
27:35 Isha asks: How do you see student voices helping to shape decisions at the district level, especially when it comes to instruction and curriculum?
30:37 Closing
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