The MRC provides resources and support for students, educators and community members as they work to increase equity and achievement for all students. We believe

• That all students can learn
• That culturally responsive, anti-racist education leads to increased equity
• That increased equity is required to close the achievement gap

 

In order to successfully implement anti-racist education and close the achievement gap, there must be on-going support and resources available to students, staff and community members. The MRC provides support and resources in a variety of ways that promote the following elements of anti-racist, culturally responsive education.

Students learn best when they see themselves reflected in their classrooms and the curriculum. The MRC provides learning trunks, artifacts, books, curriculum and other resources from many different cultures, including those of our students. These are available for check out, or as part of a class visit or field trip.

Classroom instruction should be engaging and challenging. We facilitate a year-long cohort for educators based around culturally responsive, standards-based teaching.

Multiple perspectives challenge the norm of whiteness. We provide professional development on the use of absent narratives, and incorporate them into lessons we do with students.

Community involvement is essential. We have partnered with groups throughout the Metro area on projects that support student achievement, equity and social justice for all cultural groups.

Educators need opportunities for professional development, reflection and renewal. Our professional development topics are centered around cultural proficiency and social justice, in support of district-wide work around racial equity.