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Report of the Committee on Parent and Community Engagement |
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3. Report with Possible Action on Black and Latino Male Achievement |
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Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
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Goal 1 Academic Achievement
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Attachments:
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Presentation-Department of Black and Latino Male Achievement |
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File Attachment:
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Background:
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In late July, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors approved four staff members for the Department of Black and Latino Male Achievement (BLMA) -- Juan Baez, Ed.D., Director; Lanelle Ramey, Director; Paul Moga, Coordinator; and David Castillo, Planning Assistant. The BLMA Team began on August 14, 2017. Each brings diverse perspectives and experiences to the department.
The department reports directly to Superintendent Darienne Driver, and will work to analyze data and adopt local and national best practices that result in improved academic and life outcomes for students.
Examination of student-achievement data for all students indicates that Black and Latino students are consistently below their peers. It is critical to improve outcomes for all students. Focusing specifically on Black and Latino male achievement will benefit all students in MPS.
The National Campaign for Black Male Achievement (CBMA) will support the Department of Black and Latino Male Achievement through a strong partnership. CBMA has selected Milwaukee as one of five priority cities and has worked closely with district and community leaders to identify proven strategies and to coordinate resources to improve academic and life outcomes for boys and men of color.
The presentation will provide an overview of current priority strategies that will lay the foundation for creating systems, structures, and spaces that will guarantee success for all Black and Latino boys and young men in MPS. |
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Fiscal Impact Statement:
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This item does not authorize expenditures. |
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Implementation and Assessment Plan: |
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Recommendation
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Your Committee reports having received the foregoing report from the Administration. Although this item has been noticed for possible action, no action is required. |
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Approvals:
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Jacqueline M. Mann, Ph.D. - Board Clerk/Chief Officer |
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