Collaborative and coalitions are formed with industry partners that include minority-owned businesses. Public Awareness and Education Parents of children in traditionally underrepresented groups participate as leaders in SSI activities. All public documents and images are free of stereotyping and are representative of the diverse population of the state. Efforts are in place to increase awareness of inequities and the need to address them. Curriculum, Instructional Materials, Frameworks Curriculum materials are selected to ensure that they are free of bias, represent all groups and encourage participation.
Equity is addressed as an integral component of the curriculum framework.
The curriculum is compatible with teaching and learning strategies for supporting learning for all students. Professional Development Teachers, who are themselves members of underrepresented groups, participate in professional development programs. All teachers whose classes include members of traditionally underrepresented groups participate in professional development programs. All teachers are prepared and supported to teach in diverse populations of students. Leadership development programs include participants from all segments of the population.