Belonging
A podcast about reckoning, reconciliation, and rebuilding. The first season of Belonging follows teachers and students from across the U.S. on a journey to confront their biases and build classrooms where students can bring their full selves. Teachers have the power to affirm students’ identities. Unchecked teacher bias can cause harm.Young people’s perspectives can spark the change needed to build belonging in schools. Featuring original music by high school students in New York City and Chicago. Explore more at www.soundsofbelonging.com
Belonging
Episode 03: The Problem with Blindspots
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This podcast used to have a different name: Blindspots. Erica explores her own biases and responsibility for inclusion by talking to a writing teacher who is blind. A new name for the podcast is born: Belonging.
To hold her former colleague accountable for listening and learning, Erica has a follow-up courageous conversation about the impact of her actions on students.
The podcast theme song is born as students in Washington Heights, NY share about what happens when they aren't fully seen and affirmed in school and society.
