Minneapolis Public Schools Educational Equity Framework

Minneapolis Public School Educational Equity Framework

Theory of Action 

This MPS Educational Equity Framework has been developed through the effort, ideas and expertise of more than 50 people representing diverse roles, experiences, expertise, and perspectives within the district and greater community. 

In order to meet the needs of underrepresented students and their families, we must: 

- recognize personal and collective responsibility 

- aim for true transformational change

- leverage a pedagogy of equity

- utilize equity and diversity impact assessments 

- engage families as partners in education

- ensure equitable practices in operations

- maintain alignment with both the district mission and the strategic plan

Together, we can overcome persistent and predictable system barriers to racial equity and create an equitable educational system.

This is a 35 page document.

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

Theory of Action 
Medicine Wheel Metaphorical Meaning 
What and Why  
Purpose 
Student Emphasis 
Areas of Focus: Big Levers 
Alignment with Acceleration 2020 
The Big Picture and Ultimate Goal  
Systemic Change Barriers 
How We Will Use this Framework 
Contact for Information  

Pedagogy of Equity 
   Vision, Definition and Beliefs 
   Implementation Goals and Action Plan  
Equity and Diversity Impact Assessment 
   Vision, Definition and Beliefs 
   Implementation Goals and Action Plan 
   EDIA (Equity and Diversity Impact Assessment)Tools and Process 
Families as Education Partners 
   Vision Definition and Beliefs 
   Implementation Goals and Action Plan 
Equity in Operations 
   Vision, Definition and Beliefs 
   Implementation Goals and Action Plan  

Appendix A: Implementation Resources Needed 
Appendix B: Contributors 
Appendix C: Research and Resources 

MPS Educational Equity Framework Executive Summary