Oct. 2023

School Shout Out

We kicked off the year with our Anti-Bias Antiracism (AB/AR) theme of Identity Awareness and Action. This year we honor one school a month though we know you are all putting AB/AR into action! This month's school shout out goes to Eden Gardens Elementary School!!! A special shout out to now former principal Mr. McKinley and the ILT Members! Click here to see some examples of how Eden Gardens leaned into our theme as they applied ILT ideas to culturally responsive reading materials!

AB/AR for Students

STUDENTS!!! Family history and identity are intimately linked shaping our sense of self and belonging. Exploring family history can be a meaningful and enlightening process, offering insights into the rich tapestry of human experiences and connections across generations.  

Click here to watch a video about food, identity, and family. Think about your family history, traditions, famous foods, and all the gifts you get by being part of your family's legacy - feel free to define family in ways that make sense for you! (Bonus: learn something new about your family history)

AB/AR for Staff

Staff! Click here for a shared drive of some sample ideas and an Educator Resources connecting our theme to opportunities we can provide in our school communities for students, staff, and families around Identity Awareness and Action and our minimum day; resources curated by Newsela; and support to continue celebrating Latinx heritage Month! Also, our Mandatory AB/AR PD Series Launches this month! See more here.

AB/AR for Families/Community

HUSD Families/Community! We encourage you to watch this video with your child(ren) and  share stories, photos, artifacts and information about your family. (Bonus: Help the youth in your life know the history and significance of their, and your family's legacy).