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Professional Learning
and
Curricular Resources 
for Culturally
Responsive Teaching 

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Mission

Thornton Educational Collective aims to engage educators and students in  transformational teaching and learning. We center culturally responsive research and practices, inclusive instruction, and collaborative professional communities that foster purpose, identity, and belong for educators and students.  

Approach

Our approach to professional learning and curricular design is to ensure that both teachers  and students have high-quality learning experiences that center their humanity, joy, and imagination. â€‹
Click below to explore our professional learning options and instructional resources for students.
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Professional Learning Sessions

Participate in our professional learning sessions aimed at promoting culturally responsive literacy instruction. Our sessions provide practical strategies and resources for educators to create inclusive and culturally relevant literacy instruction.

Free Materials for Teachers!

Explore our collection of culturally responsive curricular materials. Our Stories of Excellence passages highlight Black History and Excellence, and our L.I.F.E. Literacy Response activities that build literacy skills and connect to students lives.  

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Stories of Excellence

Discover engaging and effective literacy resources and strategies that promote cultural responsiveness for students. Our resources are tailored to meet the needs of educators in diverse classroom settings.

Revolutionary Love Book

Our book, Revolutionary Love, supports educators, school districts, and organizations in achieving academic and cultural excellence through professional development for teachers and administrators.

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Contact Us
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