Making Space for Familial Partnerships and Cultural Appreciation
Recorded On: 05/29/2025
Grade Level: Early Childhood | K-5
Content Level: Introduction to Topic
To develop as a scholar, one must create bridges of collaboration with families and care for the scholars' cultural identity. This session invites educators to reimagine their learning space, foster meaningful family partnerships, and promote cultural awareness. From deconstructing underlying theories to presenting actionable strategies, we will equip you with tools to cultivate space for your students and stakeholders.
lia Pineda Medina, M.Ed.
Ph.D. Candidate at the Gifted Education Research and Resource Institute (GER2I) at Purdue University
lia Pineda Medina, M.Ed., is a Ph.D. Candidate at the Gifted Education Research and Resource Institute (GER2I) at Purdue University, where she serves as an undergraduate teaching assistant and youth program coordinator. With GER2I, she has dived into curriculum development, creating and teaching history-based enrichment curricula for grades 7-12. Her research interests are preservice teachers' perspectives, teacher training, and multi-exceptionality.
Lucia Pineda, M.S.Ed.
Lucia Pineda, M.S.Ed., is a seasoned early childhood educator with 15 years of experience, primarily within Head Start programs in New York City. Currently serving as a lead Pre-K teacher, she draws upon her background as a former site director to provide mentorship and guidance to her colleagues. She combines hands-on teaching expertise with strong leadership skills.
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