Education Justice Consultant | Reflective Teaching Coach | Podcast Host | Keynote Speaker
Is education really 'neutral'? Let's rethink that. Mrs. Frazzled reminds us that teaching is inherently political. Our educational systems are deeply embedded in political, social, and cultural contexts, influenced by broader societal structures and power dynamics. School boards often make decisions without substantial input, affecting our classrooms and reflecting the larger world. As education leaders, how can we navigate these complex dynamics to create more equitable learning environments? Share your perspectives below and let’s discuss how to make education truly inclusive and representative. #PoliticalInfluence #PowerDynamics #EducationSystem #TeachingAndLearning #CommunityMirroring #SchoolBoard #FeedbackAndInput #SocietalStructures #EducationReform #InfluentialIdeologies
Erica Glenn
4mo
These points really resonate with me. I've taken a few days to put my thoughts into words. I believe understanding the historical context is crucial, especially since those entrenched biases have shaped so much of our education system. But I've also spent time thinking about what we can do as individuals to change this. For me, it starts with empowering our children to be literate, critical thinkers. When they’re able to think for themselves, they’re not just absorbing information—they’re analyzing, questioning, and pushing back against the biases that still linger in our systems. This goes beyond teaching them to read and write. We need to encourage them to know who they are and figure out how to navigate the world in their own way, without getting bogged down by preconceived notions or limiting biases set before them. As leaders in education, we have the opportunity to create spaces where everyone is encouraged to challenge the status quo and find their own voice. This feels like one of the most powerful ways to address the historical and current inequities in education.
Executive Director @ Readers All, Inc.
4moWe can navigate these complex dynamics by first acknowledging that the American system was built so only whites can have access to that education. Specifically with the case of African Americans, our founding Fathers knew that education was liberation, which is why it was a crime for enslaved African Americans to be educated. And this part of history is one that educational stakeholders must acknowledge in order to be intentional if we seek to make education equitable and inclusive.