Name of Event: Beyond Diversity: An Introduction to Courageous Conversation & A Foundation for Deinstitutionalizing Racism and Eliminating Racial Achievement Disparities.

Type of Event: Seminar/Workshop

Brief Description of Event: BEYOND DIVERSITY is a powerful, personally transforming two-day seminar designed to help teachers, students, parents, and administrators understand the impact of race on student learning, investigate the role that racism plays in institutionalizing academic achievement disparities, and learn about tools and strategies for addressing racial disparities in our classrooms, schools, and districts. Engage with other Twin Cities educators in a thoughtful, compassionate exploration of race and racism, and grapple with how each influences the culture and climate of our schools. Practice using strategies for identifying and addressing policies, programs, and practices that negatively impact student of color achievement and serve as barriers to ALL students receiving a world-class education.

Date: March 2 and 3 - 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

Location:Klas Center, Hamline University - 1536 Hewitt Avenue St. Paul MN 55104

Cost of Event (per person):$295

Is pre-registration required?: Pre-registration required

For more information contact: Diane Cowdery, Executive Director Middle States Regional Office, Pacific Educational Group, 612-871-6754, diane@pacificeducationalgroup.com