Facilitator: John Lewis, Data and Quality Manager, Denver Public Schools and Network

Description: In this 2-part workshop participants will learn tools and strategies of Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT). Active participation and inquiry are essential to the success of this workshop, together we will:

• Expand our vocabulary for talking about culturally responsive education
• Explore the four practice areas for the Ready for Rigor Framework (Hammond, 2015): Awareness, Information Processing, Learning Partnerships, and Community of Learners and Learning Environment

• Learn how to leverage the natural learning systems of our students to enhance learning and development

• Understand how using a culturally responsive approach in out-of-school time contributes to closing the opportunity gap

• Practice applying elements of CRT in out-of-school time contexts

Attendance in both sessions is required.

This workshop is designed in two parts. In the first session, we introduce foundations of culturally responsive teaching and unpack elements of the Ready for Rigor Framework. Each participant will develop a plan to explore one of the practice areas through application in their daily work. In the second session, participants will engage in critical self-reflection and share insights from this practice.

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Session Style: Lecture, round table discussion, & interactive workshop

Recommended for: Direct service/site staff; Managers or site leads; Organization leadership; New to youth development; Experienced youth developers

DQUAC is dedicated to creating a safe and accessible space for everyone who participates in our trainings and events. We welcome persons of all abilities and will attempt to provide reasonable accommodations upon request. If you need a specific accommodation for this event, please contact Melanie Kartzmer, at Melanie_kartzmer@dpsk12.org or 720-423-1803 as soon as possible so we can make arrangements.

DQUAC No-Show Policy:

We truly value our facilitators’ time, and we always want to make sure that we can give them an accurate count of registrations in advance of the training, as it impacts material preparation and facilitation styles.

We expect all registered participants to attend the training. If you are unable to attend, we ask that you cancel your registration through Eventbrite or notify us at least 24 hours in advance.

If you do not show up to three trainings that you registered for, the DQUAC Leadership Team reserves the right to revoke your privileges to attend DQUAC trainings and may reach out to the leadership of your organization if a pattern of no-shows occurs.