If you've been watching the media, you likely know that big, much-needed changes are afoot in our NYC schools (hurrah!) but also that the backlash is rising, and the Chancellor's bold policy changes and public stance are under attack (BOO). It's time to stand up once again. Please sign and share widely this Color of Change petition to show your wholehearted support for the good work underway. From the petition:

New York City schools are tackling systemic racism beginning with the implementation of Culturally Responsive Education policies that include implicit bias training for teachers and administrators. But an education that respects the race and culture of every student is under attack by the right wing media, led by Rupert Murdoch’s New York Post.

In addition to these far right attacks, these policies are facing frivolous lawsuits, claiming "reverse racism," meant to undermine Department of Education Chancellor Carranza's efforts to make racial equity a priority in NYC public schools.

Thank you for being a change-maker! This work needs each and every one of us.

KB