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NYU Metro Center's Official Bluesky. Promoting education justice and school change.
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"The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any."-Alice Walker | People are critical to the #educationjustice movement. Stand up, our children need us. Do not give away your power. #EquityNow #NYUMetroCenter @metronyu.bsky.social
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fun slide! boo billionaires.
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a PPT slide that says “who is getting in the way of equity? BILLIONAIRES.” Followed by pics, names, and short bios of Peter Thiel, Elon Musk, Jeff Yass, Linda McMahon, and Betsy DeVos
May 29, 2026 at 3:27 PM
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This May, @metronyu.bsky.social proudly celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander (#AAPI) Heritage Month. We advocate for culturally responsive #curricula, language accessibility, & protecting the rights of #immigrant #students. Learn about @metronyu.bsky.social here: bit.ly/3Rt86oc
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May 18, 2026 at 12:08 PM
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We are just over two weeks away from
@metronyu.bsky.social ’s 2026 #EquityNow Conference! Do not wait to confirm your #lodging and #travel arrangements for this convening. Visit conference website for more information. Register here: bit.ly/4u41evY
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May 14, 2026 at 2:17 PM
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You are invited to @metronyu.bsky.social's 4th Annual Art & Music Showcase. Engage with #art and #music presentations created by #NewYorkCity public high school students. Observe student voice and celebrate hope. Register here: bit.ly/432Vg2v
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May 13, 2026 at 2:42 PM
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Tomorrow, @metronyu.bsky.social Executive Director @bailabomba.bsky.social will be in conversation with renowned scholar, Dr. David Stovall about his new #book, #EngineeredConflict. Register for this NYC in-person event, here: bit.ly/42OvNty @haymarketbooks.orgs #Chicago
May 11, 2026 at 2:32 PM
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To the educators who challenge the status quo and lead with #love & #justice: @metronyu.bsky.social sees you, appreciates you, and is honored to walk alongside in this critical work. This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, please tag & share the story of a teacher who has made an impact on your life
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May 7, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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There is only one (1) day left to grab your spot for @metronyu.bsky.social's #EquityNow Pre-Conference Session #3. If you are tired of one-size-fits-all mandates that fail to address the complexities of your #classroom, this #webinar is for you. Register here: bit.ly/4uA3nQ4
May 6, 2026 at 2:12 PM
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Join us at @metronyu.bsky.social for a discussion with David Stovall on his new book, Engineered Conflict. Moderated by Exec Director @bailabomba.bsky.social be prepared to engage in a critical dialogue about the intersection of #race, #policy, & #justice. Register here: bit.ly/42OvNty
Image captures logos, text, and images. The top left corner of the graphic features the book cover for David Stovall's new book, Engineered Conflict. On the upper right of the graphic is located the NYU Metro Center logo. Below that is the text for "Book Talk"On the right of the graphic a photo of author David Stovall, while on the right a photo of moderator Dr. Fabienne Doucet. The middle shares a calendar graphic for Tuesday May 12th at 3 PM.
May 5, 2026 at 1:46 PM
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Registration for @metronyu.bsky.social's 2026 #EquityNow Conference ends in four days. Do not miss out on the opportunity to join #educators. families, & advocates to obtain practical tools & strengthen your #community of practice. Register for the conference here: bit.ly/4d4zFvp
May 4, 2026 at 1:14 PM
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There is only one week left to register for @metronyu.bsky.social's 2026 #EquityNow Conference. This #educationjustice convening aims to reframe #equity through the refinement of culturally responsive systems. Stand with this community. Register here through May 8: bit.ly/4vYKPdw
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April 30, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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In this #blogpost, researcher Dr. Leah Q. Peoples outlines the findings of @metronyu.bsky.social's recent study, “Conversations that Shift the Ground,” highlighting the power of participatory #research tools & culturally responsive #curriculum. Read here: bit.ly/3QSH4WZ
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April 29, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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How can we truly reimagine equity in this ever-changing world? Don't forget to sign up for @metronyu.bsky.social's Pre-Conference Session/webinar titled “Critical Professional Development: From Top-Down to Collective Power.” Register here: bit.ly/4sWNfGT
April 28, 2026 at 1:04 PM
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Community organizations are crucial #summerlearning partners for districts, providing enriching experiences & support services for #students. Learn how districts leverage partnerships to improve outcomes in new @metronyu.bsky.social #researchbrief, here: bit.ly/4n1aSNm @wallacefdn.bsky.social
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April 27, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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@metronyu.bsky.social celebrates #EarthDay. We recognize the importance of #environmentaljustice in addressing climate vulnerabilities, systemic health disparities, & legal barriers. #Publichealth and environmental safety should not be determined by a person’s zip code.
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April 22, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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Join us tomorrow afternoon for @metronyu.bsky.social's 2026 Pre-Conference Session #2. Register for Wednesday’s impactful #webinar, “From #Research to Reality: Designing #Equity-Focused Systems to Transform Schools,” here: bit.ly/4tApAgs
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April 21, 2026 at 2:41 PM
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How are #school districts sustaining #summerlearning programs in a climate of funding uncertainty? By diversifying their #funding streams. A new brief from @metronyu.bsky.social shares what this means and how 13 districts did it. Read more here: bit.ly/4ckRzL9
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April 20, 2026 at 12:13 PM
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@metronyu.bsky.social's 2026 #EquityNow Conference aims to empower educators, researchers, & community organizers to engage in equity-focused systems to create #schools where every #student is seen, heard, & empowered to thrive. Register today. Learn more here: bit.ly/48H3jVQ
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April 16, 2026 at 1:33 PM
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How are school districts sustaining their #summerlearning momentum? Explore the strategies 13 districts are using in this new #research brief from @metronyu.bsky.social. Read more here: bit.ly/3Q8d6hs @wallacefdn.bsky.social #StudentSuccess
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April 14, 2026 at 12:10 PM
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The early-bird registration deadline for the #EquityNow #Conference is just 3 days away. Collaborate with
@metronyu.bsky.social to ensure that #education is more responsive to those children, families, and communities existing at the margins. Register here: bit.ly/48H3jVQ
April 13, 2026 at 11:13 AM
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Visit the revised website for @metronyu.bsky.social’s #EquityNow Conference. Our first Pre-Conference Session will take place on Tuesday, at 5:30 PM. Register for "Culturally Responsive-Sustaining #Education (CR-SE) 2.0 for an #AI Age: Coding for Equity", here: bit.ly/4bxtNv9
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March 25, 2026 at 1:14 PM
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This #WomensHistoryMonth, @metronyu.bsky.social celebrates a titan of the Civil & Women's Rights movement, Dr. Dorothy Height. Height spent her life fighting at the intersection of racial & gender #justice. Discover the #educationjustice legacy of @metronyu.bsky.social , here: bit.ly/4dFwFqY
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March 24, 2026 at 12:53 PM
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Join @metronyu.bsky.social for CRSE 2.0 for an #AI Age: Coding for Equity. Led by educator Claire Mitchell, this #webinar provides analysis of #publicschool curricula. This rich conversation & foundational work takes March 31 at 5:30 PM. Register here: bit.ly/4rKqq8L
March 23, 2026 at 12:52 PM
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How do we create an education system that advances #justice & racial equity? @TeachersCollege Professor Dr. Bettina L. Love, offers her insights on #publiceducation in a @SPLC article. Read text by @metronyu.bsky.social 's #EquityNow Conference keynote speaker, here: bit.ly/4cXqDlk
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March 19, 2026 at 3:28 PM
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@metronyu.bsky.social celebrates #WomensHistoryMonth, & salutes the contributions made by @DoloresHuerta. Dolores Huerta’s legacy and commitment to #CivilRights reminds us that #activism is an act of love for one's #community. Learn of @metronyu.bsky.social's advocacy here: bit.ly/47RFOJj
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March 18, 2026 at 1:09 PM
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As AI becomes embedded in #publicschool classrooms, whose cultures do these systems center? Who gets positioned as algorithmic co-creators versus compliant users? Join
@metronyu.bsky.social for CR-SE 2.0 for an #AI Age: Coding for Equity. Register for #webinar here: bit.ly/4uzZDP0
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March 17, 2026 at 12:29 PM