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CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE CLASSROOMS
CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE CLASSROOMS
Prosper ISD is committed to investing in staff through professional development and preparation, necessary tools to protect the academic prosperity of our diverse learners. Organized by Prosper ISD Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, district leaders, counselors, and teachers at all levels were able to attend Cultural Responsiveness training with Dr. Kimberly McLeod during 2020.
Dr. McLeod has been a public educator for over fifteen years. She has served in various roles including that of teacher, counselor, administrator and a university professor. Dr. McLeod has published research nationally and internationally and lectures all over the world. She believes in advocating for disadvantaged populations by equipping systems to adequately prepare and deliver services to populations equitably, efficiently, and effectively. Her research interests include topics concerning resilience and creating culturally responsive classrooms.
After the training, Baker Elementary Teacher, Albert Buckles expressed that cultural responsiveness “is a priority item that should be addressed on a regular/ongoing basis. Our world, let alone our community, is becoming more and more diverse. Our students and colleagues bring a unique level of diversity to our district. We must be cognizant of these differences and provide an environment where individuals feel comfortable being themselves. Presenting academic activities that allow for cultural connections directly impact the engagement of our students in the lessons that they are learning. The connections/relevance built will increase learning and positively impact student success in the classroom and outside the classroom. In essence, learning becomes more relevant (for students).”
The educators in Prosper ISD walked away from their time with Dr. McLeod inspired and motivated to serve all students at a higher level.
