Equity and Social Justice

Legal Framework for Addressing Issues of Social Justice and Equity in California Schools

The following memorandum from School & College Legal Services outlines the legal responsibilities and roles of California schools in addressing social justice and equity.

Ethnic Studies Curriculum

If you are interested in adopting an Ethnic Studies curriculum for your district, more information can be found at: www.cde.ca.gov/ci/cr/cf/ethnicguidelines.asp.

Understanding Race and Ethnicity

• From PBS: Race—The Power of Illusion
• From National Geographic: Understanding Race and Ethnicity
• National Equity Project: Resources for Learning about Whiteness and the History of Race and Structural Racism in the United States

Additional Resources

• Understanding Race and Privilege - Self-Assessment Guide
• Cultural Inclusiveness and Equity WISE - Free online training

Educator Resources to Use with Students

• K-12 lesson plans on tolerance, anti-racism and privilege
• NCTSN's Addressing Racial Trauma in the Classroom
• Empowering Young People in the Aftermath of Hate
• Framework for managing polarizing conversations with students

Helpful Tools, Resources, and Apps for Families

• 10 Tips for Talking to Kids About Race | 10 Consejos para Enseñar y Hablar con los Niños Acerca de la Raza
• Teaching Children Cultural and Racial Pride | Cómo fomentar el orgullo racial en sus hijos
• 31 Children's books to support conversations on race, racism and resistance
• Parent Tip Tool on Racial Stress and Self-Care - APA
• Engaging My Child - Parent Tool Tips - APA
• Liberate - Meditation App for the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Community