ABSTRACT

Written by experienced leaders in gifted education, this book is a foundational guide for supervisors, administrators, and districts seeking to create culturally responsive and equity-focused gifted policies and programs.

Engaging chapters supported by real-world vignettes and interactive contemplation corners outline key elements of culturally responsive leadership and the administrative actions necessary for disrupting systems of oppression within gifted programs. Topics covered include culturally responsive gifted education, multitiered systems of support, authentic family engagement, the use of data to inform systemic change, and more.

Featuring authentic applications of culturally responsive gifted leadership practices and an innovative tool to evaluate gifted program inclusivity, this book is essential reading for all current and future leaders in gifted education.

chapter 1|26 pages

Overview and Introduction

Urgency and Need

chapter 3|39 pages

Culturally Responsive Leadership

chapter 5|32 pages

Data-Driven Approach

chapter 6|33 pages

Systems of Support

chapter 7|36 pages

Commitment to Families