1. Culturally Relevant Inspiration Laura Cutler Ashford University Creativity Culture and Global Contexts In Education Decision Making EDU692 Instructor Broderick March 14, 2016

2. We are the future

3. A Shared Philosophy "A culturally relevant pedagogy builds on the premise that learning may differ across cultures and teachers can enhance students' success by acquiring knowledge of their cultural backgrounds and translating this knowledge into instructional practice" (Irvine, 2009).

4. Creativity The role of a creative leader is not to have all the ideas; it's to create a culture where everyone can have ideas and feel that they're valued. Ken Robinson. (Brainy Quotes, n.d.)

5. A Different Approach Three schools with the same philosophy. St. Ann’s School Crossroads For Arts & Science Wyoming Indian Elementary School

6. St. Ann’s School *School link: http://www.xrds.org/pagehttp://www.xrds.org/page *Location: Brooklyn, New York Demographic information: 53.94% female; 46.1% male; 8.3% Asian; 2.9% Hispanic; 8.6% Black; 74.8% White. (USA School Info, 2016)

7. St. Ann’s School… Summary “So that every child will flourish, we eschew grades, rankings, and prizes in favor of ongoing dialogue and teacher reports" (Noodle Staff, n.d.); there is a 5:1 ratio, to enable teachers to help each child as an individual reach their potential. The principles empower each child "to ignite a passion for learning and to sustain creative energy in every field of endeavor" (St. Ann's School, 2015/2016). They have a well-rounded curriculum that embraces the creativity and culture.

8. St. Ann’s School Learning experiences reflect culturally relevant pedagogy *Value of all subjects through art. *Deep & compelling questions challenges students to be creative & ambitious. *Communicate ideas verbally and in writing. *Analyze, critique, collaborate as individuals & with others *Meets students needs & learning styles. *Provides tools & skills for real life. (St. Ann’s School, 2015/2016)

9. St. Ann’s School… 21 st Century Skills include: critical & creative thinking; collaborating with students & adults; communication; information, media, & technology literacy; important life skills: flexibility, initiative, social skills, productivity, leadership. (Wardle, 2013).

10. St. Ann’s School… Promotion of Creativity in the classroom *In all parts of the curriculum, students are encouraged and challenged to art and creativity in understanding their subjects.

11. Crossroads School For Arts & Science *School link: http://www.xrds.org/pagehttp://www.xrds.org/page *Location: Santa Monica, California * Demographic information: 50.4% female; 49.6% male; 4.7% Asian; 12.4% Hispanic; 5.3% Black; 60.5% White; 17.2% Two or more Ethnicities. (USA School Info, 2016).

12. Crossroads School For Arts & Science… Summary Crossroads believes that art, creativity goes along with academics; Robert Frost poem, "The Road Not Taken" inspires the school as they commit to academic excellence, arts, greater community, diversity and physical well-being. Every student is considered to be a individual that is unique in their own right; they make their program accessible to all who are interested through the availability of financial aid; for every child deserves the opportunity to succeed with the best education opportunities. (Noodle Staff, n.d.).

13. Robert Frost Poem The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth; Then took the other, as just as fair, And having perhaps the better claim, Because it was grassy and wanted wear; Though as for that the passing there Had worn them really about the same, And both that morning equally lay In leaves no step had trodden black. Oh, I kept the first for another day! Yet knowing how way leads on to way, I doubted if I shold ever come back. I shall be telling this with a sigh Somewhere ages and ages hence: Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. (Poetry Foundation, n.d.)

14. Crossroads School For Arts & Science… Learning experiences reflect culturally relevant pedagogy *New approach to learning. *Use a variety of learning styles *Curriculum meaningful and of interest for each individual child. *Inquiry based lessons that explore and build upon the knowledge of the student. *Teachers know students as individuals and teach accordingly. *Encourages independent thinking, expanding curiosity of a global society. *Provide skills and tools for real life.

15. Crossroads School For Arts & Science… 21 st Century Skills include: progressive, developmental model of education; critical & creative thinking; collaborating with students & adults; communication; information, media, & technology literacy; important life skills: flexibility, initiative, social skills, productivity, leadership. (Wardle, 2013).

16. Crossroads For Arts & Science… Promotion of Creativity in the classroom In all parts of the curriculum, students are encouraged and challenged to art, creativity and their imaginations freely in understanding their subjects that include: traditional academics, music, drama, visual arts, film, writing and dance.

17. Wyoming Indian Elementary School *School link: http://www.fremont14.k12.wy.us/ http://www.fremont14.k12.wy.us/ *Located: Ethete, Wyoming *Demographic information: American Indian - 91.9%; White - 3.8%; Hispanic - 2.6%; Two or more races - 1.4%; Asian - 0.1%; Black - 0.06%; Other race - 0.06% (Ethete, Wyoming, 2016)

18. Wyoming Indian Elementary School… Summary The Wyoming Indian Elementary School is unique in the importance and success of incorporating Native American Traditional and cultural values with modern education; the children learn the importance of learning and maintaining the 'old ways', while 21st century skills that enable them to live in a complex and technology global society. They provide a positive and supportive environment to build, healthy self-images, with high expectations for achievement. Education includes world exploration of the world with modems and fiber optics, and the 'old ways'. (Wyoming Indian Schools, 2016).

19. Wyoming Indian Elementary School… Learning experiences reflect culturally relevant pedagogy *On the Wind River Indian Reservation with importance of cultural connectedness and academic achievement. *Teaching of 'old ways' and complex/technology of real life together. *Math recovery intervention program *Prioritize individual learning. *Meeting individual needs of each child. *Teaching methods enhance self-esteem of students. ( Wyoming Indian Schools, 2015)

20. Wyoming Indian Elementary School… 21 st Century Skills include: critical & creative thinking; collaborating with students & adults; communication; information, media, & technology literacy; important life skills: flexibility, initiative, social skills, productivity, leadership. (Wardle, 2013).

21. Wyoming Indian Elementary School… Promotion of Creativity in the classroom *Program 'Strength In Numbers'. *Deep conceptual understanding. *Games. *Hands-on activities. *High expectations. *Use of modems and fiber optics. *Provide skills and tools for real life. (Wyoming Indian Schools, 2015)

22. References Brainy Quote. (n.d.). Ken Robinson Quotes. Retrieved from: http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/authors/k/ken_robinson.html http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/authors/k/ken_robinson.html Crossroads School For Arts & Science. (2015-2016) Retrieved from: http://www.xrds.org/Page/Curriculum/Elementary-School-Program Ethete, Wyoming. (2016) Retrieved from: http://www.city- data.com/city/Ethete-Wyoming.html Poetry Foundation. (n.d.) Retrieved from: http://www.poetryfoundation.org/poem/173536 Irvine, J. (2009). Relevant: Beyond the Basics. Teaching Tolerance Magazine. Retrieved from: http://www.tolerance.org/magazine/number-36-fall- 2009/feature/relevant-beyond-basics http://www.tolerance.org/magazine/number-36-fall- 2009/feature/relevant-beyond-basics

23. References… Noodle Staff. ( October 19, 2015) 41 Most Innovative K- 12 Schools in America. Retrieved from: https://www.noodle.com/articles/innovative-schools- 2015#crossroads St. Ann’s School. (2015/2016). Retrieved from: http://saintannsny.org/about/ http://saintannsny.org/about/ Wardle, F. (2013). Human relationships and learning in the multicultural environment. San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint Education, IncHuman relationships and learning in the multicultural environment Wyoming Indian Schools. (2016). Retrieved from: http://www.fremont14.k12.wy.us/Default.aspx