HYBRID BOOK STUDY- Creating Equitable Early Learning Environments for Young Boys of Color*
The book study and training modules are designed for parents/families, educators, community members, Administrative teams and anyone supporting young boys of color, their families and the community.
Participants will learn:
Foundational skills to establish strong, positive, responsive relationships between young boys of color and their families, educators and communities.
Knowledge about systemic racism and structural barriers that create implicit biases and seek to disrupt the systems.
Impacts of frequent experiences with bias and racism on brain development.
Strategies for mindful reflection and use of love as core element of a strength-based, responsive early education.
Use of emotionally attuned interactions to foster positive relationships Instructional and culturally responsive practices that communicate, love, respect and genuine care.
In-Person and Virtual Sessions information:
*First and last sessions will be held in person, all other sessions will be virtual via zoom. Registered participants are expected to attend all sessions.
February 20th, 2024 (In-person, SCOE- 10474 Mather Blvd., Mather CA 95655, Mather Room)**,
March 5th, 2024 (Virtual session),
March 19th, 2024 (Virtual session),
April 2nd, 2024 (Virtual session),
April 16th, 2024 (Virtual session),
April 30th, 2024 (Virtual session),
May 21st, 2024 (Virtual session),
June 4th, 2024 (In-person, SCOE- 10474 Mather Blvd., Mather CA 95655, Room C)*.
Reading materials/binders will be distributed during first in-person session on February 20th, 2024.
**Light refreshements will be provided.