Increasing teachers’ competency in equity and trauma-informed practices is key to overcoming implicit bias and changing school climate. WKKF grant dollars are used to pay teachers a stipend for participation in the Transformational Teacher Institute (TTI), which offers professional development through in-person or virtual sessions that cover equitable practices, trauma-informed practices, social justice, restorative justice and creating welcoming environments. The majority of BCPS teachers now participate in TTI sessions, and the number of participants has been steadily increasing: In 2021-22, 78% of teachers participated, a major increase from 43% during the program’s first year in 2017-18.