Equity and Inclusion Resources

Students with disabilities:

1. ReachOut.com
An online mental health organization for young people, providing
information, support, and resources for managing mental health
challenges such as stress, anxiety, and depression.

2. Disability Scoop
Provides news, articles, and resources on developmental disabilities,
autism, and other disabilities affecting children and adults.

Students at risk

1. Big Brothers Big Sisters Online Mentoring

Offers virtual mentoring programs connecting at-risk youth with
caring adult mentors who provide support, guidance, and friendship.

2. Khan Academy
Offers free online courses, lessons, and practice in various subjects
from K-12 to higher education. It can be helpful for students who
need additional academic support.

Gender Differences

1. The Trevor Project

Offers crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+
youth through a 24/7 helpline, text, and chat support.

2. Learning for Justice

Provides articles, lesson plans, and professional development
materials focused on gender diversity and inclusion in the
classroom.
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SES differences

1. Welcoming Schools
Welcoming Schools wants every educator to have the resources,
books and lesson plans they need to create affirming and welcoming
school climates for all students.

2. YouTube

Provides a wealth of free educational content on technology, digital

skills, programming, and more through channels and creators
dedicated to education.

Cultural and language differences

1. Edutopia’s English Language Learners page

Provides articles, videos, and resources on best practices for
supporting English language learners in the classroom.

2. ReadWorks
Provides free reading comprehension passages and lessons for
students of all ages, with a focus on supporting English language
learners.

Ethnicity and race differences

1. CNN 10
CNN 10 is a daily, kid-friendly news program that delivers global
headlines and contextualizes current events in a concise and
engaging format for students.

2. Teaching Tolerance
Offers free resources, lesson plans, and professional development
materials to help educators promote diversity, equity, and inclusion
in the classroom.
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Digital Inclusion

1. Teaching Channel
Provides videos of real classroom practices, including strategies for
supporting English language learners and fostering cultural
competence.

2. DigitalLearn.org

Provides free online digital literacy courses covering a wide range of

topics such as computer basics, internet safety, job searching, and
more.