Shattering Inequities: Real-World Wisdom for School and District Leaders - Hardcover

by Robin Avelar La Salle (Author), Ruth S. Johnson (Author)

This book describes the systems that perpetuate historical underachievement for the same demographic groups of students who have struggled for decades. For leaders who believe that all students deserve the best education regardless of family circumstance or zip code, this book will support for leaders developing equitable outcomes for all students.

Author Biography

Robin Avelar La Salle earned her Ph.D. in education from Stanford University and is the Co-founder and CEO of Principal's Exchange; a technical assistance organization with a 20 years history partnering with schools and districts that serve struggling students. Her career as an "equity warrior" is captured in her book, "Data Strategies to Uncover and Eliminate Hidden Inequities: The Wallpaper Effect: (co-authored with Dr. Ruth Johnson). Ruth Johnson, is a nationally known expert in the use of data to promote equity. She is the author of several books including ''Data Strategies to Uncover and Eliminate Hidden Inequities: The Wallpaper Effect'' (with co-author Dr. Avelar La Salle), and ''Using Data to Close the Achievement Gap, '' a bestselling book published by Corwin Press.