APRIL 2024
From the directors
Dear friends and colleagues,
Last month, members from the 21CSLA State Center and Regional Academies along with esteemed guests gathered at UCLA for the fourth biannual retreat to delve into the crucial connection between equity leadership and community voice. The Spring Collective Retreat included engaging activities, including guest speakers, leadership panels, group discussions, collaborative activities, learning walks, and breakout sessions.
The retreat, which brought together 75 participants both onsite and virtually, was a rich tapestry of community voices and perspectives. Insights emphasized the importance of active listening, amplifying voices, and nurturing trust to build schools that serve all communities.
As one participant observed:
As humans, it’s essential that we possess the ability to actively engage and listen with depth and discernment, leading to genuine and true conversations. There is a productive energy from being still and listening that can become a valuable tool for fostering equity.
We extend our gratitude to all who contributed to this event’s success. Looking ahead, we eagerly anticipate reconvening at UC Berkeley in Fall 2024 for our next retreat. In the meantime, we invite you to delve deeper into the highlights of our Spring Collective Retreat.
Warmly,
Dr. Rebecca Cheung Director, 21CSLA State Center
Dr. Jabari Mahiri Chair, 21CSLA Leadership Board
Dr. Kim Wallace Associate Director, 21CSLA State Center
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21CSLA at AERA Annual Meeting 2024 in Philadelphia, April 11–14
Join us for presentations by leaders from 21CSLA State Center and Leadership Programs, as well as receptions for Berkeley School of Education, University of California, and UCLA. See all presentation and reception details.
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New research-practice brief: Centering Equity in School Leadership Communities of Practice
Our new brief focuses on Communities of Practice for equity-oriented school leadership. For school leaders, Communities of Practice offer a framework to both facilitate teachers’ growth and learning and provide avenues for supporting leaders’ own growth and development. Read the brief.
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Leadership Programs 2023 in review
Looking back on 2023 provides an opportunity for collective reflection and deep gratitude. While still coping with the post-COVID-19 pandemic recovery, we had the honor and privilege of supporting thousands of teacher, site, and district leaders across California united around the goal of educational equity. Read our 2023 in Review.
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Save the date for our next Research-Practice Webinar with Tyrone Howard
Our next webinar will take place on May 15, 3:30–4:30 PT and will feature Dr. Tyrone Howard (professor, UCLA School of Education & Information Studies). Dr. Howard will explore the themes of his latest publication, Equity Now, offering valuable insights into cultivating equity and inclusivity within educational environments. Register for the webinar.
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New podcast episode: From Microaggressions to Macroaffirmations
In this episode of Equity Leadership Now!, guests Danny Solórzano and Lindsay Pérez Huber—two leading scholars on racial microaggressions—share their latest work on the impact of racism and the many forms it takes with podcast host Jabari Mahiri. Their concept of macro-affirmations charts a hopeful pathway forward for racial healing. Listen to ELN! on Spotify, Amazon, Apple Podcasts, and more.
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Professional Learning Opportunities
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Inquiry Now
TK–12 instructional leaders are invited to sign up for upcoming Inquiry Now professional learning opportunities.
Read more about Inquiry Now.
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Equity-centered UTK trainings and courses
For site, teacher, and central office leaders
Join us for our upcoming UTK leadership professional learning opportunities throughout the state and online. Learn more about the 21CSLA UTK professional learning modules.
For candidates currently in a Preliminary or Clear ASC program, or who hold a Certificate of Eligibility
The 21CSLA UTK Leadership Certificate offers free, online, synchronous courses through UC Berkeley Extension. Receive 4 units credit along with a certificate upon completion of the two-course series. Summer courses are now available. To learn more, visit our website and sign up for a virtual info session.
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More on 21CSLA and leading for equity
The 21st Century California School Leadership Academy provides professional learning opportunities and support to help California’s educational leaders create equitable learning environments to improve instruction and achievement outcomes for underserved students. Headquartered at the UC Berkeley School of Education, 21CSLA is led in partnership with the UCLA School of Education and Information Studies, California Subject Matter Project, and seven Regional Academies throughout the state.
Find us at 21cslacenter.berkeley.edu. Connect with us on Twitter @21CSLA, on Instagram @21CSLA, and on LinkedIn. Not a subscriber to 21CSLA News? Join us.
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