MAEC established the Center for Education Equity (CEE) to address problems in public schools caused by segregation and inequities. As the Region I equity assistance center, CEE worked to improve and sustain the systemic capacity of public education to increase outcomes for students regardless of race, gender, religion, and national origin. CEE was funded by the US Department of Education under Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. As of February 13, 2025 the U.S. Department of Education terminated the grants that fund Equity Assistance Centers (EACs). See our press release here.
Exploring Equity Issues
Identity and Bias
How students view themselves affects how they learn. By understanding identity theory and application, educators can avoid both implicit and explicit bias. Furthermore, with a better understanding of how children develop racial awareness and attitudes about race, educators can better meet the needs of students and …
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A New Vision for Professional Learning: A Toolkit to help states use ESSA to Advance Learning and Improvement Systems
This toolkit helps leaders leverage professional learning as an essential tool in overcoming systemic inequities and guaranteeing excellence for all.