Presenters and Sessions

ES Implementation Case Study: Salinas Union High School District

This presentation will describe the early stages of a project that supports the Salinas Union High School District in localizing its Ethnic Studies curriculum by democratizing archival materials; fostering civic action through participatory action research projects; creating critical service learning and ES pipelines between the local high schools and the local public state university; and finally, creating meaningful partnerships that bridge school and community contexts. In this project local educators, community organizers, students, and artists with substantial Ethnic Studies expertise work with classroom teachers to develop, document, and assess a localized Ethnic Studies curriculum and praxis.

Promising Ethnic Studies Pedagogies: Co-constructing Narratives to Affirm and Heal

The purpose of this session is to introduce promising pedagogies in Ethnic Studies. Participants discuss practices that center the voices of communities of color and create affirming classroom cultures including counternarratives, naming, and healing. Key pedagogies like reflection, restorative circles, and meditation will be modeled.

Jason Muniz
UC Berkeley

Teacher Identity in the Ethnic Studies Classroom

In this session I intend to describe teacher positionality in relation to the many intersecting identities of their students, and how this impacts instruction in a High School Ethnic Studies classroom.

How do you examine perspectives and influences in your own thought? And create the space where students can examine perspectives and influences which may have previously been unexamined? This is an essential and do-able practice in an Ethnic Studies class. Learn tools and key factors for developing this practice.

Cultivating Curiosity For and In an Ethnic Studies Classroom

Learning at its best involves wonder and delight, engagement with new ideas, and discovery. When framed as the opportunity to Investigate the World, Ethnic Studies can embrace deep curiosity. For teachers, that also means building community for your own curiosity so that your reflection and growth is sustainable.  

How has nativism affected Immigration in America?

Participants will study the historical struggle in the United States when Nativism was a response to mass immigration from non-Western European groups between 1882 - 1940 and how Trump’s Zero Tolerance policy and many immigration policies today have roots connecting back to Nativism and Chinese immigration. 

Coloniality in Early America: An Asian American Studies Perspective

Gain an understanding of how colonialism influenced the migration and immigration of Asians to the Americas. Through this interactive session, participants will take away ideas and resources they can implement in their schools and classrooms. 

Facing History

Historical Memory, Legacy, and Justice

Interrogating questions of collective memory and the pursuit of justice are central to Ethnic Studies. Participants in this Facing History workshop will explore how our identity shapes what we remember and forget and how the concept of Transitional Justice can help address legacies of systematized harm. We will think about how to bring an Ethnic Studies course full circle and for all of us to begin the work of understanding our role in relation to historical forces. 

Nurturing a Reflective Classroom Environment

Participants will learn how to create safe spaces in their classrooms where students are encouraged to recognize perspectives and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. They will walk away from this session with ideas for engaging students in meaningful activities and daily practices that foster connection and belonging.

Building an Ethnic Studies Pathway - Through The Core Curriculum.

What does it take to build and authentic Ethnic Studies program? Santa Ana Unified School District passed the Ethnic Studies Graduation Requirement 1.5 years a head of the State with a 1 year course requirement.  We are in the process of creating pathways for students who can take Ethnic Studies courses throughout their middle and high school years.  Foundational frameworks, raining and coaching are critical to implementing and effective Ethnic Studies program.  

California Indian Education for All's Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching Resources and Native American Studies Model Curriculum Listening Circle

Learn about the California Native American Studies Model Curriculum Explore how the San Diego County Office of Education's Learning and Leadership Services and California Indian Education for All (CIEFA) partners support teachers and schools to educate children and youth about the diverse histories, cultures and contributions of California Native peoples. Learn how educators intentionally design literacy instruction by incorporating authentic voices and diverse authors that represent the voices of their American Indian students and tribal communities. Access culturally responsive resources that improve representations and classroom climates for teaching and learning about California's first people. Participants will engage in reflective learning that intersects equitable learning practices and interrupts colonial practices. Explore Indigenous authored books that broaden our community conversation about race and decolonization. Live and interactive webinars are designed for participants to gain knowledge on supporting literacy, cultural competency, and culturally responsive instruction for Native American students. Learn about digital resources offer teachers, administrators, and tribal education staff thoughtful and reflective guidance to champion Indigenous education and design programs that support cultural and linguistic preservation and revitalization. 

Exploring the Landscape of Ethnic Studies in Education: A Panel Discussion with Leading Teachers

Join us for a dynamic panel discussion with experienced ethnic studies teachers as they share their insights and experiences in incorporating ethnic studies into the classroom. The panel will explore the challenges and opportunities of teaching ethnic studies, and the impact it has on students, and the greater school community.

Exploring the Landscape of Ethnic Studies in Education: A Panel Discussion with Leading Teachers

Join us for a dynamic panel discussion with experienced ethnic studies teachers as they share their insights and experiences in incorporating ethnic studies into the classroom. The panel will explore the challenges and opportunities of teaching ethnic studies, and the impact it has on students, and the greater school community.

CSUMB

ES Implementation Case Study: Salinas Union High School District

This presentation will describe the early stages of a project that supports the Salinas Union High School District in localizing its Ethnic Studies curriculum by democratizing archival materials; fostering civic action through participatory action research projects; creating critical service learning and ES pipelines between the local high schools and the local public state university; and finally, creating meaningful partnerships that bridge school and community contexts. In this project local educators, community organizers, students, and artists with substantial Ethnic Studies expertise work with classroom teachers to develop, document, and assess a localized Ethnic Studies curriculum and praxis.

San Mateo COE

Exploring the Landscape of Ethnic Studies in Education: A Panel Discussion with Leading Teachers

Join us for a dynamic panel discussion with experienced ethnic studies teachers as they share their insights and experiences in incorporating ethnic studies into the classroom. The panel will explore the challenges and opportunities of teaching ethnic studies, and the impact it has on students, and the greater school community.