4J Office of Equity Update
March 1, 2020
4J Office of Equity
This month, I am offering several pieces for reflection as well as some opportunities to participate in change making/change learning depending on what your mode of learning is. I challenge you to pick one or more of the items below to dive deep into and for reflection.
OPPORTUNITIES:
1) Watch "Love Them First: Lessons From Lucy Laney Elementary"
You will be hooked in after the first few seconds - ... leading with your heart, building relationships, holding students to high expectations but starting with "loving them first."
2) Register for the University of Oregon March 14th
UOTeach: Equity & Anti-Oppressive Pedagogy TeachIN
LINK: https://teachin.uoregon.edu/registration/
Here is a link to videos from Keynote Bettina Love: https://bettinalove.com/media/
3) Read - Oregon’s Sanctuary Law and School Districts
Oregon Department of Education sent this bulletin at 02/27/2020 04:41 PM PST
from Colt Gill - Director of the Oregon Department of Education and Deputy Superintendent of Public Instruction
Karen
-- We Serve Every Child in Oregon --
FROM: -Colt Gill - Director of the Oregon Department of Education
Oregon’s Sanctuary Law and School Districts
Oregon Department of Education sent this bulletin at 02/27/2020 04:41 PM PST
You can read the entire bulletin at: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORED/bulletins/27e41e0
"All Oregon students are entitled to equal access to a public elementary and secondary education regardless of their actual or perceived race, color, national origin, citizenship, immigrant status, or the status of their parents/guardians. ODE and the State Board of Education stand behind this entitlement, and further believes that leading with a strong equity stance and approach to education services is critical to ensuring the success of Oregon’s students and families.
Our immigrant families are valued members of our communities across the state. However, they are facing more challenges, like the changes to the “public charge” rules.* Schools play a critical role in ensuring inclusivity, a social safety-net, and an education for our students. These new issues faced by our families’ present new challenges for our stretched system, but as educators we always put children at the center of our work and…I know we will strive to serve every child in each of our communities across Oregon. I commit to working with state and federal officials name these tactics as harmful and ask that they cease confrontations and arrests in or around schools and school-related facilities. Thank you for your service and please reach out if we can be of assistance."
Thanks,
Colt
Colt Gill
(he, him, his – why pronouns matter)
Director of the Oregon Department of Education and
Deputy Superintendent of Public Instruction
255 Capitol Street NE | Salem, Oregon 97310
Phone (503) 947-5740 | Colt.Gill@ode.state.or.us
@ORDeptED_Colt | www.oregon.gov/ode
*Learn more about “Public Charge” from the Oregon Department of Human Services and Oregon Health Authority.
4J FAQ Supporting Undocumented Students
Attached is the 4J FAQ for Supporting Undocumented Students.
1. Undocumented students have the right to attend public schools.
2. 4J School District does not collect or retain information on student immigration status.
3. Staff are prohibited by state-law from disclosing, for purposes of enforcement of federal immigration laws, information about a student or student's family
The link to the 4J FAQ for Supporting Undocumented Students.
https://www.4j.lane.edu/superintendent/faq-supporting-undocumented-students-april-2018-1/
*FREE * SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES - for diverse student populations
RITES OF PASSAGE - SUMMER YOUTH ACTIVITIES @ LCC
The Rites of Passage summer academies at Lane Community College are designed to inform and inspire high school and middle school students of color in Lane County. Students representing four racial/ethnic groups are immersed in their own respective Summer program focusing on their cultural history, literature, folklore, and traditions. These programs are based in an academic framework that promotes positive self-image and self-esteem. The four affinity-based programs include:
- African American Rites of Passage
- Asian and Pacific Islander American Rites of Passage
- Bridge of the Gods Summer Academy (Native American)
- Puertas Abiertas Leadership Academy (Latino/Latina)
For more information go to:
https://www.lanecc.edu/mcc/rites-passage
SAILS
This summer program helps 8th - 12th grade students prepare for college!
SAILS offers FREE TWO-WEEK summer programs where students learn from distinguished University of Oregon faculty members.
For more information go to:
KITS Summer program for incoming kindergarten students.
For more information and/or to register go to:
https://www.4j.lane.edu/instruction/title/family-resource-center/
APLICACIÓN del 2020 para 4J KITS - Programa DE VARANO
Durante el programa de KITS sus hijos:
- Aprenderán a conocer amigos y a cooperar
- Comenzaran a formar las habilidades principiantes de lectura y de contar
Ustedes:
- Aprenderán habilidades para reducir el estrés de los padres
- Aprenderán cómo conectarse con la escuela de su hijo/a
KITS será 3 días a la semana los martes, miércoles, y jueves por 2 horas del 7 de julio del 2020 al 20 de agosto del 2020. También tendremos 3 sesiones los sábados 29 de agosto y 12 y 19 de septiembre.
¡Tendremos un cupo limitado, queremos alentar a que apliquen todas las familias que estén interesadas! Se les notificará a las familias el estado de su aplicación al final del mes de mayo.
Para preguntas o si necesita ayuda, favor de contactar a Alicia Longoria al 541-790-7230
La aplicaciones deben de ser entregadas para el 22 de mayo del 2020
Family Resource Center
Family Resource Coordinator/Coordinadora de Recursos Familiares
HOURS/HORARIO: M-F, 8:30-3:30
CONTACT: Alicia Longoria, 541-790-7230, longoria@4j.lane.edu
LOCATION: Room 117 at River Road El Camino Del Rio
Elementary
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION: For registration help, please call to setup an appointment. Inscripción de Kínder: Favor de hacer cita, si necesita ayuda con los formularios de inscripción.
4J KITS - 2020 SUMMER APPLICATION
The Eugene Kids In Transition to School (KITS) summer program is intended for students who will be entering kindergarten in Fall, 2020.
During the KITS program your kids will:
Learn to make friends & cooperate
Build beginning reading & counting skills
You will:
Learn skills to reduce parenting stress
Learn how to connect with your child’s school
KITS will run 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for 2 hours from July 7, 2020 through August 20, 2020. This is followed by three Saturday sessions on August 29, September 12 & 19.
While we have limited capacity, we encourage all interested families to apply! Families will be notified about the status of their application by the end of May .
For questions or assistance, please contact Alicia Longoria at 541-790-7230
Coronavirus COVID-19 - INFORMATIONAL UPDATE
WE ALL HAVE A RESPONSIBILITY TO PREVENT STIGMA AND BIAS
LINK TO: Coronavirus Information: https://www.4j.lane.edu/2020/03/coronavirus/
------------------------ SUMMER PROGRAM FOR ---------------------------- INCOMING KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS
UOTeachOUT Youth Leadership Summit for 2020 is back on!
Also below you will find the information for the Trans* Parent/Guardian Support Group.
The next meeting is March 31st.
4J Office of Equity, Instruction & Partnerships
Office of Equity, Instruction & Partnerships Support Staff
Contact: Katie McRae
541-790-7737
4J Translation & Interpretation Services
Request an interpreter or a translation at:
4J Translation & Interpretation
Contact: Vanessa Vasquez
541-790-7717
English Language Learner Supports
Contact: Lily Gold
541-790-6872
Migrant Education Supports - Lane ESD
Contact: Ana Arias
541-461-8382/541-844-8558Dual Language Immersion Supports
Contact: Lynette Williams
541-521-1874 (Cell) | 541-790-7561 (Desk)
Student Affinity Group Supports
Contact: Dr. Bob Bolden
541-790-7544
Middle School Mentoring Supports
Link to Information about this program
Contact: Kate Becker
Email: equityevents@4j.lane.edu
Website: https://www.4j.lane.edu/instruction/equity-instruction-and-partnerships/equity-calendar-of-events/
Location: 200 North Monroe Street, Eugene, OR, USA
Phone: 541-790-7737
Twitter: @4jequity