Public School Equity: Educational Leadership for Justice

Manya C. Whitaker

Feb 2022 · Tantor Media Inc · Narrated by Julienne Irons

About this audiobook

Equality is not equity, tolerance is not inclusion, and access is not opportunity. Efforts to address inequities within our schools tend to ignore the underlying beliefs that sustain injustices, and focus instead on short-lived policies and practices. This book takes a different approach to eradicating educational disparities. Drawing on more than forty interviews with teachers, principals, and district leaders, Manya C. Whitaker offers educators guidance for leading a school or district grounded in social justice that centers teachers-not just teaching practices-and that focuses on the belief systems that shape decision-making. The chapters walk educational leaders through a strategic approach to long-term change: from school planning for family and community engagement, to hiring and onboarding teachers, to sustaining equity through multifaceted professional development and equitable evaluation. Concrete "how-to"s are provided throughout, along with reflection questions to help listeners apply the content to their context. For any school or district leader intent on addressing the many inequities highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic, this book is an essential manual.

About the author

Manya Whitaker is an educational psychologist and associate professor of education at Colorado College, where she serves as the executive vice president and chief of staff. She also consults with families and K-20 educators on equity issues. Dr. Whitaker resides in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Julienne Irons loves all things true crime but has a knack for creating fun voices, which makes her a great choice for children's books and adult novels. With training from Tisch School of the Arts and various prestigious acting studios, she can bring any story to life and truly enjoys the work she's so honored to create.