The Encyclopedia of Educational Equity

Dr. Shannon D. Holder is the mother of two who has dedicated nearly thirty years to the field of education, serving in a variety of roles including teacher, assistant principal, principal, director, manager, and specialist in family engagement, and senior manager of equity and student conduct. Her leadership experience includes founding principal roles at both a secondary alternative school and a elementary public charter school. Currently, she is the CEO of Onyx Equity Consulting, where she collaborates with schools to cultivate their ideal cultural environments. In addition to her consulting work, Dr. Holder is the author of two children's books, is currently employed in the public-school system, and serves as an adjunct professor at George Mason University. Dr. Holder holds a bachelor's degree from Virginia State University, a master's in education leadership from George Mason University, and a Doctorate in Educational Policy and Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Diversity and Equity from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. She has facilitated workshops at numerous local, national, and international conferences, addressing critical topics such as equitable family engagement, equity in education, discipline disparities, and colorism in schools. Her work is driven by a deep passion for social justice and educational equity.

Introduction A B C D E F G H I J & K L M N O P Q R S T U & V W X, Y, Z Appendix A: 30 Critical Thinking Questions for PLCs Appendix B: Bias-Free Language Tips Appendix C: Common Acronyms Appendix D: Micro-Checks at a Glance Appendix E: Most Frequently Misused Equity Terms Appendix F: Recommended Reads and Websites References

"The Encyclopedia of Educational Equity is an essential resource for anyone committed to dismantling systemic barriers in education. As an education professional dedicated to advancing equity, I appreciate how this work demystifies complex terms like 'culturally responsive pedagogy' and 'implicit bias,' providing a shared language for meaningful action. This book is more than a reference-it is a call to educators, policymakers, and advocates to engage in informed, transformative change. I urge anyone invested in creating truly student-centered learning environments to read and apply the insights of this text." -- Rosalyn Rice-Harris, Former Principal, District Leader, and Leadership Coach There is a growing need to understand the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our school system. The Encyclopedia of Educational Equity is a tool for mobility, opening our eyes to terms and phrases that assist in opening doors to profound conversations, extending accessibility to those who are under-represented, and activating a spark toward systemic change in our current educational system. -- Renee Nealon