In recognition and celebration of Black History Month, Westerville City Schools is starting a month-long video series where families and community members can learn alongside educators on issues around race, diversity, equity and inclusion.
February 22, 2021
“When They (Fail) to See Us: Cultural Relevant Mentoring for Black Girls”
Dr. Lori Patton Davis, professor and chair of the Department of Educational Studies at Ohio State University's College of Education and Human Ecology
What did you think of the workshop? Share your thoughts here.
February 15, 2021
“The Making of Metropolitan Inequality: The Formation of Metropolitan Space”
Glennon Sweeney, senior research associate with the Kirwan Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnicity at Ohio State University
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February 8, 2021
“Confronting Hard History: Teaching and Talking about Race and Racism in the Classroom”
Dr. Hasan Jeffries, an associate professor of history at Ohio State University
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February 1, 2021
“Defying Definition: A Glossary of Terms for Discussing Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion”
Tei Street, a national motivational speaker, author, trainer and educational consultant
What did you think of the workshop? Share your thoughts here.
Watch this introduction video with Superintendent Dr. John Kellogg and Cynthia DeVese, coordinator of the district's Educational Equity office.