APRIL Events

Think Thursday

April 4, 2024

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

“Think Thursdays”‘ Film Screening and Discussion with Director Sonia Lowman. BLACK BOYS illuminates the spectrum of black male humanity in America. An intimate, inter-generational exploration, BLACK BOYS strives for insight to black identity and opportunity at the nexus of sports, education and criminal justice.

Transform Ed (Consultant Bret Williams Michelle Newton)

April 9, 2024

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Title: How D.A.R.E You? Delivering Anti-racist Education Session Description: Equipping School Teachers and Leaders with strategies to coach against racism and bias.

 Meeting ID: 886 9114 2280 Passcode: TRANSFORM Phone: 13017158592

Video Project Facilitator (Jessica Dixon)

April 11, 2024

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

“Think Thursdays” Film Screening and Discussion with Directors Kaliya Warren & Brendan Hall. Come face to face with living history, and share in the difficult conversations we need to be having, as we travel through the American South on a unique Civil Rights program. Join thoughtful travelers of different ages, races, classes, and life experiences as they reckon with our painful legacy of racial injustice: the first, a group of predominantly Black middle school students from Chicago, and the second, a group of older Americans who lived through the 1960’s Civil Rights era. Both young and old are transformed as they confront the profound personal stories of leaders and everyday heroes – the people whose courage and perseverance paved the way for future generations and a more just world.

Read & Represent

April 12, 2024

8:20 am – 9:10 am

Kuumba Academy

Read & Represent is an Interactive Read Aloud literacy initiative centering representation for Black students and fostering a love of reading! We’re seeking Black volunteers to devote 45mins of their time to our Youth!

Transform Ed (Consultant Mary Hart)

April 12, 2024

8:30 am – 10:00 am

1. Explore ways that daily, subtle, educator-to-student interactions either communicate value and belonging or disregard and separation. 2. identify effective coaching starting points to disrupt bias and racist impact.

 Meeting ID: 886 9114 2280 Passcode: TRANSFORM Phone: 13017158592

Equity & Beyond (Consultant Dr. Kristina Sterling)

April 16, 2024

5:30 am – 7:00 pm

Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86802459808?pwd=JvhyAgKXFtntoLCod9TVvVVah9TDf6.1 Meeting ID: 868 0245 9808 Passcode: 425325

Because They Did, We Can – DSU/DSBE Spring Professional Development

April 17, 2024

8:30am – 3:30pm

Because They Did, We Can – DSU/DSBE Spring Professional Development Come join us for a day of learning and growth at Delaware State University-MLK Parlors A, B, & C. This event is all about celebrating those who paved the way for us and inspiring future generations. Network with professionals, attend workshops, and gain valuable insights to advance your career. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/because-they-did-we-can-dsudsbe-spring-professional-development-tickets-853141006717?aff=oddtdtcreator

Video Project (Devon Stockton)

April 18, 2024

5:30pm – 7:00pm

Virtual on Zoom

“Think Thursdays” Film Screening and Discussion with Directors: Starting at Zero examines the latest developmental brain science to demonstrate how essential the earliest years of learning are to maximize human potential. Key features of high-quality early childhood learning environments and experiences are outlined and then brought to life as the film delves into the evolution of Alabama’s #1 nationally ranked state Pre-K program.

NORC

April 19, 2024

8:30pm – 10:00am

Virtual on Zoom

Wesley Williams II: This series focuses on why equitable, humanizing, and culturally responsive practice are so critical to 21st century leaders. Participants will use a series of research-based content to gain a deeper understanding and commitment to practice the following tenets: Every human who co-creates, partners, or comes in contact with leaders in some capacity deserves to experience equitable, humanizing, and culturally responsive leaders who activate the following leadership practices in the daily rhythm of their work: (1) practice and honor equitable, humanizing, and culturally responsive leadership practices; (2) demonstrate exceptional knowledge in the content area/s in which they activate and accomplish their specific assigned and co-created duties and responsibilities for the organization; (3) differentiate high-quality support based on the unique learnings needs and professional growth plans for staff member; (4) convey genuine concern about each human’s social emotional, health and wellness, and professional learning needs; and (5) cultivate and foster positive interactions and partnerships with their colleagues, clients, and multiple stakeholders in the community. A customized agenda will be provided for participants to reflect the content covered in each session. 

Zoom Link: https://norc.zoom.us/j/84674134288

DSU/Rodel – Film Screening – PUSHOUT:THE CRIMINALIZATION OF BLACK GIRLS IN SCHOOLS

April 22, 2024

5:30pm – 7:00pm

Virtual on Zoom

Film Screening – PUSHOUT:THE CRIMINALIZATION OF BLACK GIRLS IN SCHOOLS is a feature length documentary which takes a close look at the educational, judicial and societal disparities facing Black Girls. Inspired by the groundbreaking book of the same name by renowned scholar, Monique W. Morris, Ed.D. The documentary confronts the ways in which the misunderstanding of Black girlhood has led to excessive punitive discipline which in turn disrupts one of the most important factors in their lives, their education.

zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88489625659
Meeting ID: 884 8962 5659

NORC

April 23, 2024

5:30pm – 7:00pm

Virtual on Zoom

This series focuses on why equitable, humanizing, and culturally responsive practice are so critical to 21st century leaders. Participants will use a series of research-based content to gain a deeper understanding and commitment to practice the following tenets: Every human who co-creates, partners, or comes in contact with leaders in some capacity deserves to experience equitable, humanizing, and culturally responsive leaders who activate the following leadership practices in the daily rhythm of their work: (1) practice and honor equitable, humanizing, and culturally responsive leadership practices; (2) demonstrate exceptional knowledge in the content area/s in which they activate and accomplish their specific assigned and co-created duties and responsibilities for the organization; (3) differentiate high-quality support based on the unique learnings needs and professional growth plans for staff member; (4) convey genuine concern about each human’s social emotional, health and wellness, and professional learning needs; and (5) cultivate and foster positive interactions and partnerships with their colleagues, clients, and multiple stakeholders in the community. A customized annotated agenda will be provided for each participant during session one to reflect the content covered during the learning series.

EPIC Consulting Services (Presenter: Dawn Mader)

April 30, 2024

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Virtual on Zoom

Educational Justice Series Part III – An Uncomfortable History of Educational Disparities in the U.S: Pre Brown v. Board of Education. This presentation includes facts for combating any anti-Equity/DEIB sentiment and perspective on DE Code 220 and building Student Success Plans.

Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86540239589 Meeting ID: 865 4023 9589

Changemakers Celebration

April 30, 2024

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Delaware State University: BOA Auditorium

Pathways to Success, Rodel, and the Delaware Department of Education cordially invite you to attend the Grow Your Own Changemakers Showcase, which will Feature Student Presentations and a Panel of Educators.

Reserve your seat on Eventbrite:
https://changemakercelebration.eventbrite.com
info@pathways-2-success.org for questions