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Black school psychologist reviewing assessment data, illustrating how deficit thinking shapes referral and identification decisions in schools

Why Deficit Thinking Persists and What No One Is Talking About

Deficit thinking persists in schools because it's rooted in racism, eugenics, and the very tools we use. Here's what school psychologists must confront.

Byron McClure

3 days ago8 min read

Did You Know that SEL Emerged Because of A Black Man? The True History of SEL

Thank you Dr. Comer for paving the way for a Black man like me to follow in your footsteps. To the youth who march onward and upward,...

Byron McClure

Jul 25, 20209 min read

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Why Deficit Thinking Persists and What No One Is Talking About
Top 7 Social Emotional Learning Programs for Youth of Color
Why Every School Must Have A Social Emotional Learning Plan Prior to Reopening
What Role Can the Education Community Play to End Racism and Begin Healing?
Did You Know that SEL Emerged Because of A Black Man? The True History of SEL
Why Deficit Thinking Persists and What No One Is Talking About
Top 7 Social Emotional Learning Programs for Youth of Color
Why Every School Must Have A Social Emotional Learning Plan Prior to Reopening
What Role Can the Education Community Play to End Racism and Begin Healing?
Did You Know that SEL Emerged Because of A Black Man? The True History of SEL
RESOURCES
What's Strong Resources
Deficit Thinking Quiz
Checklist
Personal Practice Audit
What's Strong Resources
Deficit Thinking Quiz
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