Systems of Inequity 25-26
Come to Learn, Leave to Transform
Let's collaborate towards a more equitable and empowering educational landscape.
Intended Audience
- Any educators who wish to examine their beliefs and district practices and are passionate about advocating for equitable systems.
- Building and district leaders
- School counselors
Dates, Formats, & Topics
October 16, 2025 - Unmasking Educational Equity
- 1-3 PM
- In Person at Royal Oak Administrative Office at 800 DeVillen. Royal Oak, Michigan 48073
December 2, 2025 - Housing, Funding, and the Structure of Inequality
- 4-5:30 PM
- Virtual
February 3, 2026 - Opportunity Gaps Inside Schools
- 4-5:30 PM
- Virtual
March 4, 2026 - Activism, Advocacy, and Partnerships for Justice
- 4-5:30 PM
- Virtual
May 6, 2026 - Sustaining Equity Efforts
- 1-3 PM
- In Person at Oakland Schools, 2111 Pontiac Lake Rd, Waterford
Foundational Learning
Our learning in this series is inspired by author Michelle Adams' book: The Containment: Detroit, the Supreme Court, and the Battle for Racial Justice in the North. Though this series will not be run as a book study, the topics discussed will refer to content, concepts and historical context presented in the text.
Each participant who is registered for the series will receive this book as part of the registration fee. Read more about The Containment here.
Registration
Cost: $20
This registration includes a copy of the book The Containment, as well as your attendance at all 5 dates: both in person and virtual events.
SCECHs and SW-CEHs
Continuing education credits are are pending.
Questions? Please contact any member of the OS Planning Team:
Cornelius Godfrey, Diversity and Equity Consultant
Yarisha Johnson, Mathematics Education Consultant
Jonathon Good, Research, Evaluation, and Assessment Program Consultant
DeLisa Jones, Leadership & Continuous Improvement Consultant
Christy Osborne, English Language Development (ELD) Consultant
Julie McDaniel-Muldoon, Safety and Well-Being Consultant
Alex Agius, District Leadership Consultant
Sean Dougherty, School Counseling Consultant
Amber Richmond, Science Education Consultant
Amy Hawtin, School Psychology Consultant
Chiara Kirkland, Science Education Consultant
Tameka Arnold, Supervisor, Student Services for Low Incidence Populations
Nondiscrimination Statement
In accordance with state and federal law, Oakland Schools does not discriminate, nor permit discrimination, on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, in its educational programs and activities, employment, or enrollment. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
For questions or complaints regarding unlawful discrimination or harassment, employees should contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Personnel Management and Labor Relations at (248) 209-2429 or HR@oakland.k12.mi.us. Students and others should contact the Civil Rights/Title IX Coordinator at (248) 209-2590 or Jacqueline.Zablocki@oakland.k12.mi.us.