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Black Students Thrive

Black Students Thrive

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African American / Black Student Achievement

Stockton Unified School District (SUSD) has prioritized a goal developed through community engagement and Parent Advisory Council input to address historical inequities affecting African American and Black students.

The District recognizes longstanding disparities in educational outcomes between African American/Black students and their non-Black peers and acknowledges that structural and instructional barriers have contributed to these inequities.

Inspired by local and national advocacy for racial equity, as well as the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision, SUSD is committed to improving:

  • Chronic absenteeism rates
  • Suspension rates
  • Academic achievement outcomes
  • Transparency and progress monitoring

These commitments are reflected in strategic initiatives such as the African American Black Student Achievement Plan (AABSAP) and the Educator Gap Equity Plan. District teams regularly monitor and report progress and outcomes for Black students to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.

  • 6.1: Black Student Achievements Plan

    6.2: Strategic District level Student Achievement Plan Alignment with School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA)

    6.3: Educator Gap Equity Plan

    6.4: BSAP Academic Supports: Culturally Responsive Uni

    6.5: BSAP Community Partnerships

    6.6: Development of an African American Studies Course

    6.7: BSAP School Climate & Wellness Personnel Support

    6.8: BSAP Community - Based Safety Pilots

    • Dr. Dwight Rogers
      (209) 933-7022 ext. 1387
      Director of Diversity, Equity, and Family Engagement
       
    • Dr. Jason Murphy
      Director of Research and Accountability
      (209) 933-7105 ext. 2211

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