Equity

I ♡ Data / Systems Thinker / Whole Child Focused

Building Systems That Serve All Students

Driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, Dr. Spates is dedicated to launching accomplished, resilient, confident student leaders who, regardless of gender, cultural background, language proficiency, socioeconomic status, or educational designation—be it special education, GATE, foster youth, alternative education, or “below basic”—are empowered to reach and exceed their perceived potential.

Highlights

  • Respecting the Cultural Context of the Community 
  • AVID Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure enrollment in the AVID program reflects the student population (gender, culture, language and ability level designations (Individualized Education Plans and Individualized Gifted Plans).
  • Special Education Exits Supporting faculty to provide support to students to prepare them to exit Special Education from more restrictive to lesser restrictive environments.