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Education Equity

How can we ensure all students have equal access to opportunities, support, and the tools they need to succeed? Explore and share proven ways to make this happen.

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    Teachers can promote cultural literacy in the classroom by honoring the contributions of people from a wide spectrum of traditions.
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    Video captions are necessary for students who are deaf or hard of hearing, but they benefit everyone.
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