Creating Culturally Considerate Schools

Are you seeing your students clearly?This unique collaboration between a veteran educator and a psychotherapist shows that the educators who are most effective in teaching diverse student populations are the ones who can &quote;see students clearly and respond to their needs without hesitation or bias.&quote; Framed around an original, eight-stage model of diversity development, this book provides readers with essential tools for building a sturdy foundation of mutual respect upon which schools without bias can be constructed. Included are specific strategies for creating a school environment thatGives voice and consideration to all studentsShows interest, empathy, and respect for all staff membersAdvocates respect and reverence of individualityAdapts innovative policies-despite resistance-that best serve the total school communityIn addition to vignettes, anecdotes, and case examples, the authors provide worksheets for problem-solving, conflict resolution, clear communication, rules of engagement, reflection, and scenario study. This book will help educators boost student achievement by giving them how-to strategies that work across content areas to create a culturally considerate classroom and school climate that supports student success and reinforces the strength of individual teachers, administrators, and auxiliary personnel.