The Culturally Proficient School: An Implementation Guide for School Leaders
"The blend of theory with practical exercises, including reflective activities, allows this book to have a profound impact on the thinking and professional behavior of current and prospective educational leaders."(Michael Dantley, Associate Professor of Educational Leadership)"If our schools are to be successful, leaders, teachers and parents need improved cultural proficiency. This book clearly will help all these stakeholders serve children better."(Kent Peterson, Department of Educational Administration)The authors adeptly address the complex issue of cultural proficiency through an easily read but provocatively examined analysis that should be required reading for those responsible for transforming schools and districts into inclusive organizations that powerfully and honestly serve the educational needs of all students. (Karen M. Dyer, Manager of Education and Non-Profict Sectors)The distrust between people of different races, religions, and cultures today seems sadly elevated, rather than diminished. This is why the call by Lindsey, Roberts, and CampbellJones for cultural proficiency in schools is so critical. I commend these authors for making an invaluable contribution to that pursuit. (Glen H. Harvey, Chief Executive Officer)"Thanks to our author-colleagues for providing us with the practical steps to question our assumptions and examine our daily practices. It is through these means that we can move past the teaching of tolerance to the higher moral obligation of embracing diversity." (Michele Lawrence, Superintendent)This book makes an important contribution to the resources available to school leaders in addressing some of the most fundamental and critical issues in education today. (Stephanie Hirsh, Deputy Executive Director)I simply could not put this book down--a substantive and compelling guide to living life to improve the human condition. Finally, a book that inspires transformation on all levels beginning with self. (Kristine Kiefer Hipp, Associate Professor)Finally, a book that provides a safe construct to dialogue and deals with barriers to learning, (i.e. racism, sexism, etc.). (General Davie, Jr., Superintendent)This is a resource that can be used to develop a quality professional development opportunity. Understanding hidden biases is crtical to achieving cultural proficiency in the educational setting. (Mary Henson, Curriculum Specialist Consultant)This book expands the personal transformation journey needed for cultural proficiency to the broader school organization, and emphasizes the skills that should be demonstrated in leadership, instructional. and behavioral practices. (Joan Mapson, Director, Professional Development/Human Rights)