In this free Community Conversation we will explore how building authentic relationships with students is the foundation of progressive pedagogy. Through open dialogue, we’ll discuss the role of community, connection, and belonging in navigating the complexities of today’s classrooms. This is a conversation for educators who believe in the power of relationships to create transformative learning spaces and who want to foster classrooms that hold space for all identities and experiences.

When teachers and leaders implement an identity-conscious practice, they can provide a more responsive and responsible learning environment. Unfortunately, avoiding the impact of identity can create problematic and oppressive conditions in schools.So how do we lead with an identity-consciousness? Award-winning author Liza Talusan provides real-world scenarios that educators can work through to apply an identity-conscious practice.

In this interactive virtual session for elementary and middle school teachers, participants will engage directly with Redbud curriculum and implementation strategies as they discover effective ways to integrate Native perspectives into diverse classroom lessons.