"This book positions disproportionality as not solely a special education issue but, rather, a broader issue of educational inequality. Drawing on four district case studies, the authors show how each progresses from theory to practice in delivering educational services to all students by using a culturally responsive systems approach"--

María G. Hernández for over a decade has coached pre-K-12 educators in developing culturally responsive education systems that address disproportionality and equity by providing technical assistance and training, and developing evidence-based solutions. David M. Lopez delivers technical assistance (TA) and expert consultation, develops research and evidence-based tools and resources, and provides research and policy support to state education agencies, district leaders, and school-based educators, focused on creating culturally responsive and equitable systems. Reed Swier is a former elementary teacher and administrator and brings this experience with him as he trains educators and works with district leaders to foster more culturally responsive and sustaining school environments.