Description: Drawing on National Academy of Education report Educating for Civic 
Reasoning, this workshop defines civic reasoning and discourse as entailing knowledge, 
epistemologies to value complexity, reasoning, and ethical dimensions to respect others, 
to empathize with people with whom we have disagreements, and commitment to 
democratic values. With our contested history, complex system of governance, and 
living in an inter-dependent world, preparation for civic reasoning is essential in public 
education. It should be taught across the K-12 sector and incorporated in all the content 
areas, rather than being limited only to civics and history classes. The workshop illustrates 
how preparation for civic reasoning and discourse can be integrated across the K-12 
curriculum.
Presenter: 
Dr. Carol Lee
Edwina S. Tarry Professor 
Emerita, School of Education 
and Social Policy
Northwestern University
Sustaining the Lessons of Brown: Teaching Civic Reasoning, Discourse and 
Engagement Across the K-12 Sector and Across the Academic Disciplines
Description: Brown v. Board forced many Black educators out of the field, and school systems’ ongoing inability to repair 
this harm threatens the well-being of students and communities. Teacher Truth’s research elevates patterns among 
Black educator experiences, spreading awareness about their needs and the changes required for safer, more nurturing 
workplaces. This session will provide educators across the system with strategic practices to enact systems change and 
practical solutions to train, recruit, and retain Black teachers.
Presenters: 
Precious Stroud
Founder & Executive Director
BlackFemaleProject
The Teacher Truth Movement: Rebuilding Black Educator Presence and 
Well-Being post-Brown v. Board
Dr. Micia Mosely
Founder & Executive Director
Black Teacher Project
Dr. Britte Cheng
Principal
Menlo Education Research
Dr. E’rika Chambers
Director of Programs & Teacher 
Truth Research Lead
BlackFemaleProject
Description: The session will focus on lessons learned in response to the 
pandemic and how we can leverage this lessons to provide great educa­
tional equity for our students - particularly our students of color.
Presenter: 
Richard A. Carranza
Chief of Strategy and Global Development
IXL Learning
We survived the pandemic - now what?  Leading for equity in a post-pandemic world. 
Description: Discover the enduring power of storytelling in shaping 
educational equity. This workshop guides you in harnessing your 
unique narrative to engage diverse audiences and catalyze change across 
educational environments. Explore practical storytelling strategies that 
promote personal growth, enhance organizational effectiveness, and 
advocate for equitable education. Delve into how storytelling can build 
resilience, helping to articulate and amplify diverse voices and fostering a 
more inclusive educational landscape.
Presenter: 
Jaime Barraza
Chief Education Officer
Education Research and Development Institute 
(ERDI)
Empowering Change Through Storytelling: A Pathway to Educational Equity
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