Monday, August 10, 2020

Equity in Pandemic Schooling: An Action Guide for Families, Educators, and Communities

This is a living document, intended to help families, educators and community members make decisions in a complex and constantly changing environment. It reflects the current thinking as of August 4, 2020. Find this guide or the most recent version at https://tinyurl.com/EquityGuidePandemicSchooling


10 Actions for Equity in Pandemic Schooling

01 Contact Congress to demand additional school funding and family supports.

02 Advocate for measures to stop the spread of COVID-19 and find a vaccine.

03 Advocate for a district remote learning option and the resources and support necessary so that all students can access learning.

04 Demand all students have opportunities for learning that will stimulate their mind, and nurture their well-being.

05 Press for a moratorium on high-stakes testing, test-based accountability, and grades.

06 Keep your child enrolled in your local public school.

07 Work with families and educators in your school to identify needs and share resources.

08 Link your school efforts to district efforts.

09 Support groups already doing this advocacy, especially Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) groups.

10 Spread the word to others and invite them to take action with you.