b'. . . The Westin Washington, DC Downtown. . .Sustaining the Lessons of Brown: Teaching Civic Reasoning, Discourse andRoom 3Engagement Across the K-12 Sector and Across the Academic DisciplinesPresenter: Description:Drawing on National Academy of Education report Educating for Civic Dr. CarolLee Reasoning, this workshop defines civic reasoning and discourse as entailing knowledge, Edwina S. Tarry Professorepistemologies to value complexity, reasoning, and ethical dimensions to respect others, Emerita, School of Educationto empathize with people with whom we have disagreements, and commitment to and Social Policydemocratic values. With our contested history, complex system of governance, and Northwestern University living in an inter-dependent world, preparation for civic reasoning is essential in public education. It should be taught across the K-12 sector and incorporated in all the content areas, rather than being limited only to civics and history classes. The workshop illustrates how preparation for civic reasoning and discourse can be integrated across the K-12 curriculum.The Teacher Truth Movement: Rebuilding Black Educator Presence andRoom 4Well-Being post-Brown v. BoardPresenters: PreciousStroudDr. MiciaMosely Founder & Executive DirectorFounder & Executive Director BlackFemaleProject Black Teacher ProjectDr. BritteChengDr. ErikaChambers PrincipalDirector of Programs & Teacher Menlo Education Research Truth Research Lead BlackFemaleProjectDescription:Brown v. Board forced many Black educators out of the field, and school systems ongoing inability to repair this harm threatens the well-being of students and communities. Teacher Truths research elevates patterns among Black educator experiences, spreading awareness about their needs and the changes required for safer, more nurturing workplaces. This session will provide educators across the system with strategic practices to enact systems change and practical solutions to train, recruit, and retain Black teachers.We survived the pandemic - now what?Leading for equity in a post-pandemic world.Room 5Presenter: Description:The session will focus on lessons learned in response to the Richard A.Carranza pandemic and how we can leverage this lessons to provide great educa-Chief of Strategy and Global Developmenttional equity for our students - particularly our students of color.IXL LearningEmpowering Change Through Storytelling: A Pathway to Educational Equity Room 7Presenter:Description:Discover the enduring power of storytelling in shaping JaimeBarraza educational equity. This workshop guides you in harnessing your Chief Education Officerunique narrative to engage diverse audiences and catalyze change across Education Research and Development Instituteeducational environments. Explore practical storytelling strategies that (ERDI) promote personal growth, enhance organizational effectiveness, and advocate for equitable education. Delve into how storytelling can build resilience, helping to articulate and amplify diverse voices and fostering a more inclusive educational landscape.Establishing A National Agenda for Meeting the Promise of Brown v. Board: 70 Years Later 5'