Teachers talk openly with one another about how to address issues relating to race and ethnicity in the school.
Teachers talk with students about issues relating to race and ethnicity as they arise in the school.
Teachers of different races and ethnicities collaborate to enhance the learning experiences of all students.
Teachers at this school expect all students to achieve at high levels and provide them the support necessary to do so.
Teachers and administrators openly reject the idea that students cannot achieve academically because of conditions in their homes and communities.
Teachers and administrators believe that they can significantly influence students’ motivation to learn.
Teachers help students acquire the skills they need to learn with and from students of different racial and ethnic groups.
Teachers make an effort to understand their students’ backgrounds, experiences and interests.