Rincon Valley USD

What is Equity?:
We define equity as the elimination of the predictability of success or failure by any social or cultural factor AND the dismantling of inequitable practices and policies. 

Working toward equity in education starts with the belief that all children are entitled to an education rooted in justice, free of racist and gender-exclusive practices and policies, as well as inaccurate historical depictions. Furthermore, educators and school and district leaders should strive for high levels of consciousness around racial literacy, gender equality, ableist practices, and actions that disenfranchise students who have minimal economic and social resources. Achieving high levels of consciousness around equitable practices is not easy, but in order to fulfill the promise of a free and public education, we must meet this challenge. Working toward equity also involves identifying goals, engaging in constant practice, implementing changes, and measuring outcomes. (Retrieved March 2023, The Equity Collaborative)

FAQ

Board Policy and Resolution:
Board Policy on Equity (Policy 0415)_English and Spanish

Board Anti-Racism Resolution (Policy 03-15-21)_English and Spanish

Board of Trustees Presentations:
Board Racial Equity Study Session (March 30, 2021)

Board Presentation on Equity (Jan 2023)

Ally Elementary Anti-racist Toolkit (May 2023)

Equity in Action An Overview of Year 1 (May 2023)

Antiracist Presentation (November 2023

More Tips: Let’s Get Started:

• Discussing Difficult Topics in the Classroom - Tips for Teachers

• It's Never Too Late - Our Hidden Biases (VIDEO)

• Understanding Your Feelings -  Wheatley article, Willing to be Disturbed

• A Letter to Teachers (From a Parent & Teacher)

• The Culture of Power  Paul Kivel’s Article 

• Save Your VI - Making All Students Feel Safe (source)