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Enhancing Equity in AP Access

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Introduction and Context

Focus on increasing AP participation among English Learner students

Introduction and Context
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Overview of Improvement Plan

  • Targets ninth grade English as critical leverage point
  • Combines enrollment data with teacher focus groups
  • Multi-year cycle for sustained improvement
Overview of Improvement Plan
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Why Root Cause Analysis Matters

  • Identifies implementation barriers beyond surface level
  • Addresses equity considerations systematically
  • Ensures long-term sustainability of solutions
Why Root Cause Analysis Matters
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Root Cause 1: Instructional Alignment

  • Inconsistent expectations across classrooms
  • Varied grading and feedback practices affect readiness
  • Shared expectations now emphasized in refined plan
Root Cause 1: Instructional Alignment
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Root Cause 2: Adult Beliefs

  • Recommendation patterns show potential bias
  • Readiness often defined by subjective measures
  • PLCs now address cultural bias explicitly
Root Cause 2: Adult Beliefs
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Root Cause 3: Stakeholder Voice

  • Limited inclusion of student/family perspectives
  • Communication gaps about AP opportunities
  • Added focus groups and information sessions
Root Cause 3: Stakeholder Voice
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Implementation Strategy

  • Three-year phased approach to systemic change
  • Year 1: Alignment and capacity building
  • Continuous data review for annual adjustments
Implementation Strategy
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Success Metrics

  • AP enrollment trends among EL students
  • Course completion and persistence rates
  • Evidence of consistent instructional expectations
Success Metrics
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Conclusion

  • Addresses root causes for meaningful equity
  • Strengthens original plan with systemic focus
  • Expands opportunity while maintaining high expectations
Conclusion
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References

  • Datnow & Park (2021): Equity centered data use
  • Khalifa et al (2016): Culturally responsive leadership
  • Wilcox et al (2021): Evidence-based inclusive education
References
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