Cedarburg group calls for more diverse curriculum, appeals to state education agency


Cedarburg group calls for more diverse curriculum, appeals to state education agency


Bridge the Divide members said they want students to be exposed to contemporary voices of color

A group of Cedarburg residents is pushing for the school district to adopt a more inclusive curriculum.

Members of the organization Bridge the Divide said they want students to be exposed to contemporary voices of color rather than learning about people of color from a solely historical perspective — and that not doing so hurts students of color and deprives all students of educational opportunities...


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Ken Notes: As a former public school board member let me suggest that mandated curriculum from any outside group can prove problematic even if it is well intentioned. Curriculum is always a team effort between teachers, administration, and board (an advisory group also helps). If you really want to impact education get involved systemically by working with your school, running for office, hosting community events, volunteering, and supporting teachers and staff. You will always accomplish more from a seat at the table than from outside the room.

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