The Equity Event, presented by the Illinois Association of School Boards, was offered exclusively to school board members and superintendents from IASB member districts at no charge. More than 200 participants from 80 districts registered for the April 28 event.
“Professional development and continuous learning are paramount to the mission of IASB,” said Roger Eddy, executive director for the Illinois Association of School Boards. “This event provided board members with a better understanding of what equity looks like in their district and the board’s responsibility to ensure equitable outcomes for children in the communities they serve.”
Heather Hackman, an expert in social justice issues, provided participants with a conceptual framework for equity and challenged them to view their work through an equity lens.
Several districts are doing this work, leading the way in establishing an equity lens.
In another panel, board presidents shared stories of leadership in equity issues and the impact equity work has had on their school systems. Consultant Corrie Wallace presented with two board presidents, Suni Kartha from Evanston/Skokie SD 65 and Pat Savage-Williams from Evanston THSD 202.
Afternoon panel featured board presidents Suni Kartha (Evanston/Skokie SD 65) and Pat Savage-Williams (Evanston THSD 202) with consultant Corrie Wallace. |
Board members from Lindop SD 92 posed with author Steve Pemberton. |