24-25 Hybrid Book Study- Creating Equitable Early Learning Environments for Young Boys of Color SCOE

Join the Early Learning Department and the California Preschool Instructional Network, in this insightful and synergistic book study.

Training modules are geared toward parents/families, educators, community members, Administrative teams and an others supporting young boys of color and their families. 

Through the training modules, 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 (via Zoom) training sessions will meet once a month, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. during the following eight (8) Tuesdays:

October 29th, 2024 (in-person @SCOE, Room C)

November 19th, 2024 - virtual

December 3rd, 2024 - virtual

January 14th, 2025 - virtual

February 11th, 2025 - virtual

March 18th, 2025 - virtual

April 22nd, 2025 - virtual

May 6th, 2025 (in-person @SCOE, Mather Room)

Instructions for in-person sessions (Session #1 and session #8)

Upon arrival to the Sacramento County Office of Education, David P. Meaney Education Center, 10474 Mather Boulevard, Mather, CA 95655, please check-in to the building by using one of two kiosks located at the reception desk of the building  and completing the "visitor survey".

Instructions for virtual sessions (Sessions #2 through #7)

Zoom meeting login information will be emailed to registered participants the Friday before the first virtual session.

For additional information, please contact earlylearning@scoe.net