The Culturally Proficient School: An Implementation Guide for School Leaders - Softcover

Lindsey, Randall B.; Roberts, Laraine M.; CampbellJones, Franklin L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0761946829 ISBN 13: 9780761946823

Publisher: Corwin, 2004

Synopsis

The authors examine the guiding principles of cultural proficiency, its essential elements, and the self-imposed barriers to moral leadership.

About this title

About the Author:

Randall B. Lindsey is Emeritus Professor at California State University, Los Angeles. He has served as a teacher, an administrator, executive director of a non-profit corporation, as Interim Dean at California Lutheran University, as Distinguished Educator in Residence at Pepperdine University, and as Chair of the Education Department at the University of Redlands. Prior to that he served for seventeen years at California State University, Los Angeles in the Division of Administration and Counseling. All of Randy’s experiences have been in working with diverse populations and his area of study is the behavior of white people in multicultural settings. His Ph.D. is in Educational Leadership from Georgia State University, his Master of Arts in Teaching is in History Education from the University of Illinois, and his B.S. in Social Science Education is from Western Illinois University. He has served as a junior high school and high school teacher and as an administrator in charge of school desegregation efforts. At Cal State, L.A. he served as Chair of the Division of Administration and Counseling and as Director of the Regional Assistance Centers for Educational Equity, a regional race desegregation assistance center. With co-authors he has written several books and articles on Cultural Proficiency. Most recent publication is The Cultural Proficiency Manifesto: Finding Clarity Amidst the Noise.

Review:

"The blend of theory with practical exercises, including reflective activities, allows this book to have a profound impact on the thinking and professional behavior of current and prospective educational leaders." Author: Michael Dantley, Associate Professor of Educational Leadership

"If our schools are to be successful, leaders, teachers and parents need improved cultural proficiency. This book clearly will help all these stakeholders serve children better." Author: Kent Peterson, Department of Educational Administration

The authors adeptly address the complex issue of cultural proficiency through an easily read but provocatively examined analysis that should be required reading for those responsible for transforming schools and districts into inclusive organizations that powerfully and honestly serve the educational needs of all students. Author: Karen M. Dyer, Manager of Education and Non-Profict Sectors

The distrust between people of different races, religions, and cultures today seems sadly elevated, rather than diminished. This is why the call by Lindsey, Roberts, and CampbellJones for cultural proficiency in schools is so critical. I commend these authors for making an invaluable contribution to that pursuit. Author: Glen H. Harvey, Chief Executive Officer

"Thanks to our author-colleagues for providing us with the practical steps to question our assumptions and examine our daily practices. It is through these means that we can move past the teaching of tolerance to the higher moral obligation of embracing diversity." Author: Michele Lawrence, Superintendent

This book makes an important contribution to the resources available to school leaders in addressing some of the most fundamental and critical issues in education today. Author: Stephanie Hirsh, Deputy Executive Director

I simply could not put this book down--a substantive and compelling guide to living life to improve the human condition. Finally, a book that inspires transformation on all levels beginning with self. Author: Kristine Kiefer Hipp, Associate Professor

Finally, a book that provides a safe construct to dialogue and deals with barriers to learning, (i.e. racism, sexism, etc.). Author: General Davie, Jr., Superintendent

This is a resource that can be used to develop a quality professional development opportunity. Understanding hidden biases is crtical to achieving cultural proficiency in the educational setting. Author: Mary Henson, Curriculum Specialist Consultant

This book expands the personal transformation journey needed for cultural proficiency to the broader school organization, and emphasizes the skills that should be demonstrated in leadership, instructional. and behavioral practices. Author: Joan Mapson, Director, Professional Development/Human Rights

About this edition

• Publisher: Corwin
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0761946829
• ISBN 13: 9780761946823
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 192