NOVEMBER 2023
From the directors
Dear friends and colleagues,
Collaboration. Connections. Partnerships. This month we are pleased to highlight some activities and events that took place in October that illustrate 21CSLA’s commitment to the wider TK–12 community. The State Center convened our first Advisory Council meeting last month, bringing together educational leaders from a variety of organizations and agencies to help us forge new relationships during Cohort 2—all with the intent of better serving California's school and district leaders. Last week, we were honored to co-host a Learning Exchange Event called “Showcasing Education Innovation and Research for Students Experiencing Homelessness” at UC Berkeley alongside the Center for Cities + Schools, the California Department of Education, and several other contributors. We look forward to future opportunities that align with our commitment to advancing equity for youth and families and our mission to develop equity-centered leaders around the state. We invite like-minded potential partners to reach out to us to develop future offerings, and to join us in promoting peace and humanity through the power of education.
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 Research-Practice Webinar: How teacher diversity supports diverse students and families in early childhood education
Today's webinar, featuring Professor Anna Markowitz (UCLA School of Education and Information Studies), will discuss how teachers contribute to child and family experiences in early childhood education, how teacher-child racial/ethnic match may play a role in shaping these experiences, how policy shapes the diversity of the early education workforce, and how leaders can think about cultivating spaces that support diverse children and families. The webinar will feature panelists Yvonne Nelson (P3 Alignment Coordinator, Contra Costa County Office of Education) and Amparo Martin (Assistant Principal, Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary and Visual and Arts Performance Magnet, LAUSD) and facilitator Professor Jabari Mahiri (Berkeley School of Education). Join us this afternoon, Wednesday, November 1, 3:30–4:30 pm PDT. All webinars are free and open to the public, but advance registration is required. Register for the webinar.
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Inquiry Now
An equity-centered, research-based professional learning series
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 for California educators
Site, teacher, and central office leaders are invited to join us for these upcoming UTK leadership professional learning opportunities.
Read more about the 21CSLA UTK professional learning modules.
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UTK leadership certificate: Spring courses open for registration
The UTK Leadership Certificate courses are available to any current candidate in a Preliminary or Clear Administrative Services Credential program, or who holds a Certificate of Eligibility. These free, online, synchronous courses are offered through UC Berkeley Extension. Participants receive four units credit along with a certificate upon completion of the two-course series. Learn more about the UTK leadership courses or email us with your questions.
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Work with us
We are hiring a Communications Manager for the 21CSLA Initiative and BSE Leadership Programs. Please help us spread the word.
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Regional Academy Spotlight
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Mid-State (Tulare) Regional Academy
The 21CSLA Mid-State Regional Academy presented UTK Module 2 on September 18 and 19, 2023 to Merced County educational leaders.
This module, titled “Leaders Envisioning Equitable TK Classrooms in Action,” was organized by the Mid-State UTK Regional Team and hosted by the Merced County Office of Education.
During Module 2, educational leaders had the opportunity to delve into research and standards related to high-quality developmentally appropriate instruction. They identified specific “look-fors” in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) classrooms, which aimed to enhance their instructional leadership in implementing California’s UTK.
Feedback from the event was positive, with principals expressing newfound understanding of the importance of play in early education. They emphasized the need for their teachers to also receive training in this area. Additionally, it was noted that kindergarten teachers could benefit from training related to vertical teaming and P–3 alignment. Participants appreciated the focus on intentional play and valued the time allocated for discussion with their colleagues.
Following this successful event, Module 3 is scheduled for January 2024 in Merced County and Module 4 is planned for June 2024. Modules will also be delivered in Madera and Stanislaus Counties this spring, further expanding the reach of this valuable educational initiative.
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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 at 21st Century California School Leadership Academy. Not a subscriber to 21CSLA News? Join us.
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