Book Lists
Social Justice Books: A Teaching For Change Project
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So many booklists for a wide variety of diversity reads.
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New York Times
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Explaining racism and protesting to kids can seem daunting, but fear not, they are ready for it!
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https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/02/parenting/kids-books-racism-protest.html
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We Are Teachers:
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A great list of resources to use in your classroom.
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Instagram is a pretty amazing place right now if you know where to look. There is so much information and resources being shared in light of the recent events and the ongoing racism against black people.
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https://www.instagram.com/p/CA8SybIHRdx/?igshid=1ke2v0j6wskk7
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STA News!!! ANTI-RACISM
Being Anti-Racist
If you’re interested in combating racism within schools in Surrey, there are a few options. The first is to be your school’s Anti-Racism Lead, raising awareness and implementing initiatives with support from Inclusive Practices Helping Teacher, Nicole Curtis. The second option is to work with your school’s Social Justice Representative on initiatives and projects. A third option is to join the STA’s Anti-Racism committee. Read more
School Names and Mascots
You may have heard that Semiahmoo Secondary has officially changed its team name to the Thunderbirds as part of ongoing reconciliation efforts with Semiahmoo First Nation.
Are there other schools with names or mascots that need to be changed in the spirit of decolonization and reconciliation? Do you have concerns with your school's name or school’s mascot? Please contact Gavin Slade-Kerr at hs@surreyschools.ca to let us know.
Videos
Sometimes You're a Caterpillar (kids version)
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I edited this amazing video to make it appropriate for all students. An approachable look into privilege, and super cute.
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STA Social Justice Film List
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Email Julia Macrae at 1vp@surreyteachers.org to request the DVD
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https://www.surreyteachers.org/forms-resources/social-justice-film-library/film-list/
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STA Indigenous Resources
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
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A heavy topic that everyone should be educated on. So here are some resources to help you out!
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Official TRC Calls to Action
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Website explaining everything
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Educational resources from FN Child & Family Caring Society (French and English!)
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Lessons inside a beautiful unit plan.
As you plan and approach this day, do your best to listen and learn from Indigenous voices, and create meaningful art with appreciation, not appropriation.
Remembrance Day done right!
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Ask questions like who fought? Who was allowed to fight? Was anyone forced to fight? Did fighting for Canada let everyone be accepted by Canada?
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Teachers Learning Resource - First read for yourself why having a social justice lens is important for Remembrance Day.
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Indigenous Veterans - Canadian Armed Forces (video, 2.5 mins)
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Indigenous Vetrans - Nishnawbe Aski Nation (video, 10 mins)
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BLACK
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history month