Parents and teachers understand this intuitively. And they respond by working to provide the right combination of supports at the right time to meet each child’s unique needs so they can achieve their biggest dreams.
Schools and systems can do this too — and many do every day. Our framework includes 10 dimensions to equip you — in partnership with other education leaders and advocates — with a foundation for unlocking better, more equitable school experiences for children in your community.
School systems need money — but money is not all they need. Learn about the 10 dimensions of education resource equity that can unlock better experiences for all students in school.
Does each student attend school in a district that distributes funding based on the needs of its students? Does funding support all children to achieve and thrive?
Does each student have access to strong teachers and teaching practices that meet their needs? Do the teachers reflect the diversity of the student population?
Does each student have access to strong school leadership that meets their needs? Does the school leadership reflect the diversity of the students and staff?
Does each student have access to high-quality and culturally relevant curriculum, advanced courses, arts, and enrichment opportunities?
Does each student who needs it receive additional instructional time and/or attention?
Does each student experience a safe and supportive environment, fair rules and policies, positive relationships with staff, and meaningful family engagement?
Does each student have access to the social-emotional, physical, mental health, family, and post-secondary education support they need to succeed?
Does each student have access to high-quality preschool programs?
Does each student attend schools with safe, well-maintained facilities? Does each student have access to functioning, up-to-date equipment?
Does each student attend schools and classes that are racially/ethnically and socioeconomically diverse?
Use our Resource Equity Toolkit to learn more, start a conversation, and take action in your community.
Learn about education resource equity by discovering 10 dimensions that unlock better, more equitable experiences in school for all students.
Identify strengths and gaps in your school system across all 10 dimensions.
Explore underlying causes of your school system’s challenges and possible actions to improve students’ experiences in school.
Identify who has the power to address equity gaps in your school system and the school district, state and federal levels.
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