The Whittier Story Continued | Monica Oviedo | Shattering Inequities | EP 107

The Whittier Story Continued

In this episode of the Shattering Inequities Podcast, host Dr. Robin Avelar LaSalle interviews Dr. Monica Oviedo, a prominent educational leader in California. The discussion focuses on effective strategies to close achievement gaps for historically underperforming students. Dr. Oviedo shares her journey from growing up in a predominantly white community to leading transformative changes in education. Key topics include implementing high expectations, fostering teacher collaboration, and utilizing data-driven approaches to achieve remarkable results. Dr. Oviedo emphasizes the importance of systemic changes, collaboration, and maintaining a relentless focus on instructional quality to ensure all students receive a premium education. The episode concludes with actionable insights for educators committed to overcoming educational inequities.

00:00 Introduction to Shattering Inequities Podcast

00:52 Meet Dr. Monica Oviedo

03:42 Monica's Early Life and Influences

08:05 Turning Around Pioneer High School

14:13 Data-Driven Success in Whittier Union

32:44 Instructional Practices and Teacher Collaboration

37:24 Developing Teacher Leadership

37:57 Role of Administration in Student Success

39:02 Instructional Pathways and Teacher Collaboration

41:41 Cultivating Effective Leaders

45:44 Challenges and Strategies in Education Systems

50:27 Focus on Core Instruction and Collaboration

52:17 Addressing Systemic Barriers

57:47 Long-term Vision and Partnerships

01:10:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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