Cultural and linguistic responsiveness (CLR)
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Cultural and Linguistic Responsiveness (CLR) is a way of being and a way of doing acceptance, sensitivity, understanding and awareness. Being CLR means the validation and affirmation of underserved students, families, and communities.
On our YouTube channel @validate_affirm, we share practical insights, educator stories, and authentic strategies to help every student feel validated and affirmed.
📺 Subscribe: www.culturallyresponsive.org
#CulturallyResponsiveEducation #ValidateAffirm #EquityInAction
📺 Subscribe: www.culturallyresponsive.org
#CulturallyResponsiveEducation #ValidateAffirm #EquityInAction
November 11, 2025 at 6:26 PM
On our YouTube channel @validate_affirm, we share practical insights, educator stories, and authentic strategies to help every student feel validated and affirmed.
📺 Subscribe: www.culturallyresponsive.org
#CulturallyResponsiveEducation #ValidateAffirm #EquityInAction
📺 Subscribe: www.culturallyresponsive.org
#CulturallyResponsiveEducation #ValidateAffirm #EquityInAction
Teaching about life is good.
Teaching into their lives — that’s CLR. Like if you agree!
#teachingmatters #culturallyresponsive #culturalresponsiveness
Teaching into their lives — that’s CLR. Like if you agree!
#teachingmatters #culturallyresponsive #culturalresponsiveness
November 10, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Teaching about life is good.
Teaching into their lives — that’s CLR. Like if you agree!
#teachingmatters #culturallyresponsive #culturalresponsiveness
Teaching into their lives — that’s CLR. Like if you agree!
#teachingmatters #culturallyresponsive #culturalresponsiveness
Collaboration isn’t just about group work, it’s about connection.
Try pairing students from different backgrounds to share perspectives — it’s a simple way to build inclusivity and cultural awareness in your classroom. Explore more strategies inside CLR+! culturallyresponsive.org/joinushereon...
Try pairing students from different backgrounds to share perspectives — it’s a simple way to build inclusivity and cultural awareness in your classroom. Explore more strategies inside CLR+! culturallyresponsive.org/joinushereon...
November 6, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Collaboration isn’t just about group work, it’s about connection.
Try pairing students from different backgrounds to share perspectives — it’s a simple way to build inclusivity and cultural awareness in your classroom. Explore more strategies inside CLR+! culturallyresponsive.org/joinushereon...
Try pairing students from different backgrounds to share perspectives — it’s a simple way to build inclusivity and cultural awareness in your classroom. Explore more strategies inside CLR+! culturallyresponsive.org/joinushereon...
We’re building a YouTube space for educators who believe in equity, culture & community. 🌿
Watch our “Welcome to Our Channel” video and subscribe to join the movement 👉 www.youtube.com/@validate_affirm
#CulturallyResponsive #EducationForAll #YouTubeEducation
Watch our “Welcome to Our Channel” video and subscribe to join the movement 👉 www.youtube.com/@validate_affirm
#CulturallyResponsive #EducationForAll #YouTubeEducation
November 5, 2025 at 7:46 PM
We’re building a YouTube space for educators who believe in equity, culture & community. 🌿
Watch our “Welcome to Our Channel” video and subscribe to join the movement 👉 www.youtube.com/@validate_affirm
#CulturallyResponsive #EducationForAll #YouTubeEducation
Watch our “Welcome to Our Channel” video and subscribe to join the movement 👉 www.youtube.com/@validate_affirm
#CulturallyResponsive #EducationForAll #YouTubeEducation
Have you joined the Genie Pearl squad yet?!
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October 31, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Have you joined the Genie Pearl squad yet?!
Order your copy here: a.co/d/7ZQJ14y
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Knowledge is power goes the old saying. Knowledge in CLR is liberating and empowering. We offer in person and online opportunities to build knowledge and develop skills to validate, affirm, build and bridge. Learn how to take your CLR journey further: culturallyresponsive.org/clr-professi...
October 30, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Knowledge is power goes the old saying. Knowledge in CLR is liberating and empowering. We offer in person and online opportunities to build knowledge and develop skills to validate, affirm, build and bridge. Learn how to take your CLR journey further: culturallyresponsive.org/clr-professi...
Go on a bias hunt. Challenge yourself in everyday spaces—at the store, airport, or even church.
This exercise helps us pause, recognize, and shift the thoughts that can impact how we see and treat others. Growth starts with awareness.
This exercise helps us pause, recognize, and shift the thoughts that can impact how we see and treat others. Growth starts with awareness.
October 24, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Go on a bias hunt. Challenge yourself in everyday spaces—at the store, airport, or even church.
This exercise helps us pause, recognize, and shift the thoughts that can impact how we see and treat others. Growth starts with awareness.
This exercise helps us pause, recognize, and shift the thoughts that can impact how we see and treat others. Growth starts with awareness.
When students share ideas, ask questions, and learn as a team, they’re not just completing assignments, they’re building community.
Try activities like Silent Conversation, Buddy Reading, or Find Somebody Who to strengthen collaboration and make learning more culturally responsive. 🙌
Try activities like Silent Conversation, Buddy Reading, or Find Somebody Who to strengthen collaboration and make learning more culturally responsive. 🙌
October 23, 2025 at 9:41 PM
When students share ideas, ask questions, and learn as a team, they’re not just completing assignments, they’re building community.
Try activities like Silent Conversation, Buddy Reading, or Find Somebody Who to strengthen collaboration and make learning more culturally responsive. 🙌
Try activities like Silent Conversation, Buddy Reading, or Find Somebody Who to strengthen collaboration and make learning more culturally responsive. 🙌
New Outrageous Love out Now!
S5E7 | CLR Librarian Series Pt 1 of 2
Feat. Paizley Spencer, Teacher Librarian, Otis Elementary (Alameda, CA) 📚
Making libraries spaces of culture, voice & belonging. 💜
#OutrageousLovePodcast #CLR #Education
S5E7 | CLR Librarian Series Pt 1 of 2
Feat. Paizley Spencer, Teacher Librarian, Otis Elementary (Alameda, CA) 📚
Making libraries spaces of culture, voice & belonging. 💜
#OutrageousLovePodcast #CLR #Education
October 20, 2025 at 5:41 PM
New Outrageous Love out Now!
S5E7 | CLR Librarian Series Pt 1 of 2
Feat. Paizley Spencer, Teacher Librarian, Otis Elementary (Alameda, CA) 📚
Making libraries spaces of culture, voice & belonging. 💜
#OutrageousLovePodcast #CLR #Education
S5E7 | CLR Librarian Series Pt 1 of 2
Feat. Paizley Spencer, Teacher Librarian, Otis Elementary (Alameda, CA) 📚
Making libraries spaces of culture, voice & belonging. 💜
#OutrageousLovePodcast #CLR #Education
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October 17, 2025 at 6:40 PM
✨ Everything Validate & Affirm in one place!
Podcast, YouTube, resources & more — now just one click away:
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#ValidateAffirm #CulturallyResponsive #LinkInBio
Podcast, YouTube, resources & more — now just one click away:
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#ValidateAffirm #CulturallyResponsive #LinkInBio
We believe that great teaching starts with self-awareness and a commitment to growth.
When we coach educators, we are not just refining teaching strategies- we are transforming mindsets.
Share this post with your favorite VABBulous teacher! 👐 #culturallyresponsive #teachersunite
When we coach educators, we are not just refining teaching strategies- we are transforming mindsets.
Share this post with your favorite VABBulous teacher! 👐 #culturallyresponsive #teachersunite
October 16, 2025 at 7:26 PM
We believe that great teaching starts with self-awareness and a commitment to growth.
When we coach educators, we are not just refining teaching strategies- we are transforming mindsets.
Share this post with your favorite VABBulous teacher! 👐 #culturallyresponsive #teachersunite
When we coach educators, we are not just refining teaching strategies- we are transforming mindsets.
Share this post with your favorite VABBulous teacher! 👐 #culturallyresponsive #teachersunite
🎬 New video drop!
We’re building a YouTube space for educators who believe in equity, culture & community. 🌿
Watch our “Welcome to Our Channel” video and subscribe to join the movement 👉 www.culturallyresponsive.org
#CulturallyResponsive
youtu.be/nd-__-tMLW0
We’re building a YouTube space for educators who believe in equity, culture & community. 🌿
Watch our “Welcome to Our Channel” video and subscribe to join the movement 👉 www.culturallyresponsive.org
#CulturallyResponsive
youtu.be/nd-__-tMLW0
Welcome to Our Channel
YouTube video by Validate Affirm
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October 15, 2025 at 7:44 PM
🎬 New video drop!
We’re building a YouTube space for educators who believe in equity, culture & community. 🌿
Watch our “Welcome to Our Channel” video and subscribe to join the movement 👉 www.culturallyresponsive.org
#CulturallyResponsive
youtu.be/nd-__-tMLW0
We’re building a YouTube space for educators who believe in equity, culture & community. 🌿
Watch our “Welcome to Our Channel” video and subscribe to join the movement 👉 www.culturallyresponsive.org
#CulturallyResponsive
youtu.be/nd-__-tMLW0
🎙️ New Outrageous Love Podcast out today!
S5E7 | CLR Librarian Series Pt 1 of 2
Feat. Paizley Spencer, Teacher Librarian, Otis Elementary (Alameda, CA) 📚
Making libraries spaces of culture, voice & belonging. 💜
#OutrageousLovePodcast #CLR #Education
S5E7 | CLR Librarian Series Pt 1 of 2
Feat. Paizley Spencer, Teacher Librarian, Otis Elementary (Alameda, CA) 📚
Making libraries spaces of culture, voice & belonging. 💜
#OutrageousLovePodcast #CLR #Education
October 15, 2025 at 7:31 PM
🎙️ New Outrageous Love Podcast out today!
S5E7 | CLR Librarian Series Pt 1 of 2
Feat. Paizley Spencer, Teacher Librarian, Otis Elementary (Alameda, CA) 📚
Making libraries spaces of culture, voice & belonging. 💜
#OutrageousLovePodcast #CLR #Education
S5E7 | CLR Librarian Series Pt 1 of 2
Feat. Paizley Spencer, Teacher Librarian, Otis Elementary (Alameda, CA) 📚
Making libraries spaces of culture, voice & belonging. 💜
#OutrageousLovePodcast #CLR #Education
You may have noticed that CLR+ has gotten a new look. The focus of CLR+ has shifted to prioritize access to
the most sought after resources that our members
need to implement CLR with fidelity, & to continue
to grow their mindset & skillset. Check it out! culturallyresponsive.org/joinushereon...
the most sought after resources that our members
need to implement CLR with fidelity, & to continue
to grow their mindset & skillset. Check it out! culturallyresponsive.org/joinushereon...
October 14, 2025 at 7:58 PM
You may have noticed that CLR+ has gotten a new look. The focus of CLR+ has shifted to prioritize access to
the most sought after resources that our members
need to implement CLR with fidelity, & to continue
to grow their mindset & skillset. Check it out! culturallyresponsive.org/joinushereon...
the most sought after resources that our members
need to implement CLR with fidelity, & to continue
to grow their mindset & skillset. Check it out! culturallyresponsive.org/joinushereon...
We’re giving a huge round of applause to the rockstar educators and phenomenal CLR Professional Learning leaders who absolutely crushed it at our CCRTL Deep Dive Summer Institutes!
October 2, 2025 at 7:39 PM
We’re giving a huge round of applause to the rockstar educators and phenomenal CLR Professional Learning leaders who absolutely crushed it at our CCRTL Deep Dive Summer Institutes!
Spontaneity in the classroom matters!
Jumping in without waiting for a turn can create powerful learning moments. For many cultures, acting in the moment brings comfort and connection.
CLR Tip: Build space for spontaneity with activities like Shout Outs, Graffiti Talk, or Post Your Thoughts.
Jumping in without waiting for a turn can create powerful learning moments. For many cultures, acting in the moment brings comfort and connection.
CLR Tip: Build space for spontaneity with activities like Shout Outs, Graffiti Talk, or Post Your Thoughts.
September 30, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Spontaneity in the classroom matters!
Jumping in without waiting for a turn can create powerful learning moments. For many cultures, acting in the moment brings comfort and connection.
CLR Tip: Build space for spontaneity with activities like Shout Outs, Graffiti Talk, or Post Your Thoughts.
Jumping in without waiting for a turn can create powerful learning moments. For many cultures, acting in the moment brings comfort and connection.
CLR Tip: Build space for spontaneity with activities like Shout Outs, Graffiti Talk, or Post Your Thoughts.
📚✨ Culturally Authentic Text Spotlight
🌱 Just Ask! by Sonia Sotomayor & Rafael López celebrates kids with different abilities, showing how asking questions with kindness builds understanding. A joyful, inclusive read for every classroom!
#JustAsk #CulturallyAuthenticTexts #CCRTL
🌱 Just Ask! by Sonia Sotomayor & Rafael López celebrates kids with different abilities, showing how asking questions with kindness builds understanding. A joyful, inclusive read for every classroom!
#JustAsk #CulturallyAuthenticTexts #CCRTL
September 29, 2025 at 6:38 PM
📚✨ Culturally Authentic Text Spotlight
🌱 Just Ask! by Sonia Sotomayor & Rafael López celebrates kids with different abilities, showing how asking questions with kindness builds understanding. A joyful, inclusive read for every classroom!
#JustAsk #CulturallyAuthenticTexts #CCRTL
🌱 Just Ask! by Sonia Sotomayor & Rafael López celebrates kids with different abilities, showing how asking questions with kindness builds understanding. A joyful, inclusive read for every classroom!
#JustAsk #CulturallyAuthenticTexts #CCRTL
To validate and affirm with BEYOU in mind is a leveling up because it requires intentionality, purpose, and strategy. VABB focus on BEYOU will support you with the resources to level up your VABB.
Make sure you're keeping an eye on our page for more BEYOU content! Let’s go! #culturallyresponsive
Make sure you're keeping an eye on our page for more BEYOU content! Let’s go! #culturallyresponsive
September 25, 2025 at 6:54 PM
To validate and affirm with BEYOU in mind is a leveling up because it requires intentionality, purpose, and strategy. VABB focus on BEYOU will support you with the resources to level up your VABB.
Make sure you're keeping an eye on our page for more BEYOU content! Let’s go! #culturallyresponsive
Make sure you're keeping an eye on our page for more BEYOU content! Let’s go! #culturallyresponsive
📚✨ Culturally Authentic Text Spotlight
Borders by Thomas King, illustrated by Natasha Donovan, tells the story of a mother who refuses to identify as anything but Blackfoot at the border. A powerful, quiet stand for Indigenous identity and sovereignty.
#CCRTL #CLR #CulturallyResponsive
Borders by Thomas King, illustrated by Natasha Donovan, tells the story of a mother who refuses to identify as anything but Blackfoot at the border. A powerful, quiet stand for Indigenous identity and sovereignty.
#CCRTL #CLR #CulturallyResponsive
September 24, 2025 at 3:35 PM
📚✨ Culturally Authentic Text Spotlight
Borders by Thomas King, illustrated by Natasha Donovan, tells the story of a mother who refuses to identify as anything but Blackfoot at the border. A powerful, quiet stand for Indigenous identity and sovereignty.
#CCRTL #CLR #CulturallyResponsive
Borders by Thomas King, illustrated by Natasha Donovan, tells the story of a mother who refuses to identify as anything but Blackfoot at the border. A powerful, quiet stand for Indigenous identity and sovereignty.
#CCRTL #CLR #CulturallyResponsive
🌈 Flamboyants by George M. Johnson & Charly Palmer reclaims the erased queer Black voices of the Harlem Renaissance. A stunning blend of art + truth, this book restores history with power, pride, and beauty.
#Flamboyants #CulturallyAuthenticTexts #CCRTL #VABB
#CLR #culturallyresponsivelearning
#Flamboyants #CulturallyAuthenticTexts #CCRTL #VABB
#CLR #culturallyresponsivelearning
September 22, 2025 at 6:52 PM
🌈 Flamboyants by George M. Johnson & Charly Palmer reclaims the erased queer Black voices of the Harlem Renaissance. A stunning blend of art + truth, this book restores history with power, pride, and beauty.
#Flamboyants #CulturallyAuthenticTexts #CCRTL #VABB
#CLR #culturallyresponsivelearning
#Flamboyants #CulturallyAuthenticTexts #CCRTL #VABB
#CLR #culturallyresponsivelearning
Season 6, Episode 6 of Outrageous Love: The Podcast is here!
In the powerful conclusion to our Special Tribute Series, Dr. Hollie sits down with visionary leader Dr. Ramona Bishop, Founder & President of Elite Schools (Vallejo, CA).
Tune in now! culturallyresponsive.org/oltpodcast/
In the powerful conclusion to our Special Tribute Series, Dr. Hollie sits down with visionary leader Dr. Ramona Bishop, Founder & President of Elite Schools (Vallejo, CA).
Tune in now! culturallyresponsive.org/oltpodcast/
September 18, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Season 6, Episode 6 of Outrageous Love: The Podcast is here!
In the powerful conclusion to our Special Tribute Series, Dr. Hollie sits down with visionary leader Dr. Ramona Bishop, Founder & President of Elite Schools (Vallejo, CA).
Tune in now! culturallyresponsive.org/oltpodcast/
In the powerful conclusion to our Special Tribute Series, Dr. Hollie sits down with visionary leader Dr. Ramona Bishop, Founder & President of Elite Schools (Vallejo, CA).
Tune in now! culturallyresponsive.org/oltpodcast/
🌍✨ A Snake Falls to Earth by Darcie Little Badger blends Lipan Apache storytelling with fantasy + climate themes—a powerful tale of identity, connection, and Indigenous futurism.
A MUST add to your Culturally Authentic Texts To-Read List!
#CulturallyAuthenticTexts #CCRTL #culturallyresponsive
A MUST add to your Culturally Authentic Texts To-Read List!
#CulturallyAuthenticTexts #CCRTL #culturallyresponsive
September 18, 2025 at 6:19 PM
🌍✨ A Snake Falls to Earth by Darcie Little Badger blends Lipan Apache storytelling with fantasy + climate themes—a powerful tale of identity, connection, and Indigenous futurism.
A MUST add to your Culturally Authentic Texts To-Read List!
#CulturallyAuthenticTexts #CCRTL #culturallyresponsive
A MUST add to your Culturally Authentic Texts To-Read List!
#CulturallyAuthenticTexts #CCRTL #culturallyresponsive
🎙️ New Outrageous Love drops tomorrow!
S6E6 | Special Tribute Pt 2 of 2
Feat. Dr. Ramona Bishop, Founder of Elite Schools (Vallejo, CA)
A powerful convo on leadership, legacy & CLR love. �
#OutrageousLovePodcast #CLR #CCRTL
S6E6 | Special Tribute Pt 2 of 2
Feat. Dr. Ramona Bishop, Founder of Elite Schools (Vallejo, CA)
A powerful convo on leadership, legacy & CLR love. �
#OutrageousLovePodcast #CLR #CCRTL
September 16, 2025 at 5:28 PM
🎙️ New Outrageous Love drops tomorrow!
S6E6 | Special Tribute Pt 2 of 2
Feat. Dr. Ramona Bishop, Founder of Elite Schools (Vallejo, CA)
A powerful convo on leadership, legacy & CLR love. �
#OutrageousLovePodcast #CLR #CCRTL
S6E6 | Special Tribute Pt 2 of 2
Feat. Dr. Ramona Bishop, Founder of Elite Schools (Vallejo, CA)
A powerful convo on leadership, legacy & CLR love. �
#OutrageousLovePodcast #CLR #CCRTL
Pause and ask your younger self: 👉 What do I know now about race, equity, social justice, activism, and responsiveness that I wish I had known then?
Growth means looking back so we can move forward with clarity and purpose.
Growth means looking back so we can move forward with clarity and purpose.
September 12, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Pause and ask your younger self: 👉 What do I know now about race, equity, social justice, activism, and responsiveness that I wish I had known then?
Growth means looking back so we can move forward with clarity and purpose.
Growth means looking back so we can move forward with clarity and purpose.
Celebrating Success Through CLR!
Love Elementary in Alameda was honored with the California Distinguished School Award for closing the achievement gap for African American and Latino students.
This recognition proves what’s possible when equity is at the center of the work. #doingthework
Love Elementary in Alameda was honored with the California Distinguished School Award for closing the achievement gap for African American and Latino students.
This recognition proves what’s possible when equity is at the center of the work. #doingthework
September 11, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Celebrating Success Through CLR!
Love Elementary in Alameda was honored with the California Distinguished School Award for closing the achievement gap for African American and Latino students.
This recognition proves what’s possible when equity is at the center of the work. #doingthework
Love Elementary in Alameda was honored with the California Distinguished School Award for closing the achievement gap for African American and Latino students.
This recognition proves what’s possible when equity is at the center of the work. #doingthework