ADDRESSING THE NEED FOR CARE IN OUR CLASSROOMS AND IN OUR SCHOOLS
If 33% of teachers are leaving the classroom within the first three years and 46% leave within the first five years, we must change our practices to support the teachers persistence in the field.
THEORY
Participants in the program will understand the importance of creating a caring classroom, learn about the four components of care - modeling, dialogue, practice, and confirmation and learn to assess caring interactions based on a rubric.
PRACTICE
Participants will engage in activities throughout the course that require them to reflect about their own K-12 experience to build the type of classroom they would have wanted or would like for students to experience.
COMMUNITY
Participants will collaborate with others in the course which will require them to build their interpersonal relationships. The course is intended for all audiences whether new to the profession or a veteran educator which allows for rich discussions and collaboration.
Are you a…
current or aspiring teacher wanting support?
We have a few different resources and opportunities available to provide support for men and women of color pursuing careers in the education system.
college institution wanting to incorporate more care?
Get personalized coaching or consulting for your community, or let us help you set up an official Components of Care course at your university.
advocate or individual wanting to be a part of making a difference?
Find out about the different ways you can get involved with changing the narrative for teachers and students of color in our education system.
“[Through Components of Care] I learned that when you care, students will be more engaged and care, themselves, for you. I also learned that to care it takes dialogue and that students will see that you do care when you talk and listen to them.”
— Past Program Attendee