"This class was especially meaningful because I took it with
a group of fellow early childhood educators and it has affected us all, moving us to seek
to do a more informed and professional job of teaching each and every child."
ERE graduate
In fulfilling our mission as an advocate for black children while enhancing the learning experience for all students, the Black Student Fund has developed an Institute for Equity, Race and Education (ERE). The Institute is a teaching facility that conducts a series of comprehensive programs in cross-racial communications for educational professionals and administrators. Since its establishment in 1993, over 400 faculty members from the Washington metropolitan area have participated in one or more of the Institute’s course offerings. We believe this has had a measurably positive effect within the schools, and ultimately, in the community at large.
Taught by instructors with college degrees and strong, post-graduate level backgrounds in cross-racial communication issues, courses focus on providing pragmatic approaches for educators seeking to expand their knowledge and techniques in teaching, administration, admissions, and curriculum design from a culturally and racially broadened perspective.
Graduates of Institute courses receive Continuing Education Units which are registered with the American Council on Education in Washington, DC. All courses are endorsed by Trinity College of Washington, DC.
Schedule of Courses
Institute courses are available to school professionals and administrators.
100 Level
The following "Foundation in Equity, Race and Education" courses include a range of subject matter relating to race, and specifically to African-American life. Thought-provoking and informative, the ERE classes create the foundation for all other educational opportunities within the Institute.
101: |
Foundations in Equity, Race and Education | |
102: |
Foundations in ERE, Executive Level | |
*103: |
Foundations in ERE, Administrative Team | |
*103B: |
Foundations in ERE, Division Heads | |
104: |
Foundations in ERE, Black Faculty | |
105: |
Foundations in ERE, Parents | |
106: |
Foundations in ERE, Trustees |
200 Level
Upon successful completion of the introductory level ERE class, individuals may register for the following advanced level ERE classes.
201: |
2nd Level Faculty ERE, Grades N-6 | |
202: |
2nd Level Faculty ERE, Grades 7-12 | |
*203: |
2nd Level Executive Level ERE | |
204: |
ERE in Admissions |
300 Level
The following advanced level courses are offered by invitation only
| *302: | Applications in Cross-Racial Communications | |
| 303: | Practicum for ERE Institute Adjunct Faculty | |
| *30x: | Other Specialized Courses |
*Course taught in conjunction with PGS Associates.
All courses are taught at the offices of the Black Student Fund. For further information about specific courses, including cost and availability, please call (202) 387-1414, or send EMAIL inquiries.
Future OfferingsBe sure to check the BSF web site for announcements about new course offerings aimed especially at summer professional development for faculty and educational institutions.
