School, Community, and Family Partnerships in Support of Black Success

Session Type: Symposium

Abstract

Far too often, our students’ intelligence and ability are defined by standardized tests and measured within a biased education system. Instead of using these data as a tool to identify areas where we can best support youth, for many – and especially for boys of color – the system serves as their onramp to the school-to-prison pipeline. Test scores and teacher observations become the deciding factors for the path a young person will travel. The present symposium will examine the impact family and community engagement has on learning. Participants will discuss challenges and successes in developing strategies and creating opportunities that include family and community as co-educators and recognize the importance of integrating youth interest, culture and voice.

Sub Unit

• SIG-Critical Examination of Race, Ethnicity, Class, and Gender in Education

Chair

• Malik S. Henfield, University of San Francisco

Papers

• Fighting Without Fear: Critical Race Praxis as Struggle and Resistance for Self-Determination - David O. Stovall, University of Illinois at Chicago

• Beyond the Dream: Social Justice Strategies and Curriculum for Youth Development Programs - Sheryl Evans Davis, San Francisco Human Rights Commission

• Soul Rebels: The Power of Radical Healing in Community Change - Shawn A. Ginwright, San Francisco State University

• Black to the Future - Max Greiner, University of San Francisco; Malik S. Henfield, University of San Francisco; Lisa De La Rue, University of San Francisco

• African American Ninth Graders' Use of School Counseling Services - Qi Shi, Loyola University Maryland; Ramon Goings, Loyola University Maryland