Sessions

In the state of New Mexico, both the University of New Mexico and New Mexico State University have received NASPA First Gen Forward Designations. This designation allows both universities to amplify their service and support of first-generation students. This session will share the work that the University of New Mexico is doing to uplift our “First-Gen Proud” community. Additionally, the session will provide participants with resources to support their graduating seniors who are transitioning to college as first-generation college students. Participants will learn more about how higher education classifies first generation status for students, why it is important for students to understand this term, and how both public education and higher education can build a more seamless transition for this population of students using Yosso’s (2005) Cultural Wealth Model. Participants will walk away with resources to enhance their support for students and their families.

Educational systems across the United States are often charged with providing additional services and supports to students and families that have high needs. These underlying factors tend to have a direct impact on student outcomes. While increased funding might be an ideal resolution, it may not be feasible. This practical workshop provides participants with an understanding of collaborations as a catalyst to increase service capacity and simultaneously address needs. Participants will learn the core tenets of collaboration and engage in a hands-on simulation of developing an effective collaboration with at least one other agency.

This session will provide a high-level overview of the State Office of African American Affairs and its efforts to support African American/Blacks in New Mexico. A key pillar of their mission is working with other community stakeholders to increase awareness and access to vital information and services. This session will illustrate its current collaboration with The Black Education Act bureau and initiatives for black students.

Charles Reado, State Office of African American Affairs

An overview of significant African Americans in New Mexico and the many issues they faced, along with the achievements they made in the fields of education, religion, civil rights, and community development.

Dr. Becknell will also speak on the need for further research in the area of Black contributions in New Mexico.

Join us for an enlightening presentation that delves into the essence of culturally responsive leadership, a dynamic approach designed to foster equity and access in educational settings. This session draws from the foundational research of Gloria Ladson-Billings and the practical insights of Sharroky Hollie’s transformative work on culturally responsive teaching and learning. We will explore how leaders can effectively bridge cultural gaps and create inclusive, supportive environments for all students.

Grounded in Research and Practice:
This presentation integrates the pioneering research of Gloria Ladson-Billings and the practical methodologies of Sharroky Hollie. By combining theoretical frameworks with actionable strategies, we provide a comprehensive approach to culturally responsive leadership.

Who Should Attend:
This presentation is ideal for school leaders, educators, administrators, and anyone committed to advancing equity and access to education through culturally responsive leadership.

Takeaway:
Participants will leave with practical tools, innovative strategies, and a deeper understanding of how to lead with cultural responsiveness, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive.

This presentation will discuss implementing Hip-Hop Pedagogy in general and special education classrooms. The presenters will discuss strategies to counter traditional teaching practices within the education system and how to cultivate an inclusive classroom representative of Black students using Hip-Hop Pedagogy.

This workshop will explain the Community School model, and discuss how its strategies can support students of color by collaborating with their community stakeholders.

This workshop will provide an overview of New Mexico and federal laws regarding discrimination in schools – along with current updates, including APS v. Johnson – with the goal of assisting educators in supporting all students and ensuring that their educational environments be free from discrimination to the maximum extent possible.

This workshop will cover an initial overview of part one of the Meeting the Moment Racial Sensitivity Training. Within this workshop, participants will be guided through the information within the training as well as engage with one another discussing topics pertaining to implicit bias, race, culture, ethnicity, and their applicability within the educational space.

Participants will learn how to recognize and destroy bias that exists within the educational system in this part three of a three-part series. After removing implicit bias from us, then removing bias from our teaching, the final step is to remove bias that exists within the structure of our schools.

“Because a mathematics teacher identity is, at least partly rooted in a teacher’s experiences as a mathematics learner, we must explore how those experiences may have been shaped, in turn, by race, class, gender and language.” This session will focus on interrogating our beliefs and practices to continuously improve the teaching and learning of mathematics. We will dive deep into the 5 Equity-Based Mathematics Teaching Practices. We will examine a student-centered experiential using the equity-based framework, reflecting on the experience from a learner, teacher, and pedagogical perspective and making connections to your role.

Share your thoughts on how we can effectively attract and support Black educators in New Mexico. This session will introduce you to the research and action plan behind this crucial initiative.

This session will provide a historical overview of Black student leadership from the early 1900’s to today. Throughout the session, educators will connect historical moments in history to trends in Black student activism on college campuses. The session will close with educators reflecting on how they see themselves contributing to expanding Black student leadership in K–12 systems.

Join an enlightening session on family engagement, viewed through the lens of “Family Partnership.” In this presentation, we will explore innovative strategies to enhance parental involvement from a school perspective, fostering meaningful connections between families and educators. Delving into the core principles of family partnership, we will unveil practical approaches to strengthen the bond between home and school. Participants will discover creative ideas for organizing engaging family nights, designed to cultivate a sense of belonging and collaboration within the school community. Participants will also discover a couple of funding strategies for a long running family participant interest. Attendees will leave this session equipped with actionable insights and tangible strategies to bolster the significance of family engagement in their educational settings. Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, or parent advocate, this presentation offers invaluable perspectives on harnessing the power of family partnerships to unlock the full potential of every student.

This interactive and engaging presentation focuses on opening the discussion about trauma in our schools and how it impacts learning and student success. Participants will learn the definitions of trauma, investigate and discuss the impacts of trauma on learning and performance on New Mexico students, learn about the intersection of TIC and culturally responsive teaching practices and take home before the moment, in the moment and after the moment strategies to be implemented in the classroom immediately.