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Restorative Justice: Implementing restorative practices in schools to reduce exclusionary discipline

• U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights / 2024: Guiding Principles for Fostering Safe, Inclusive, Supportive, and Fair School Climates
• Justice Policy Institute, Davis et al. / 2025: The Impact of Restorative Practices on the Discipline Gap for Boys of Color

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy: Ensuring curriculum reflects the students' lived realities

• Learning Policy Institute (LPI), Darling-Hammond & Cook-Harvey / 2024: Educating the Whole Child: Culturally Responsive and Sustaining Teaching
• Journal of Teacher Education, Smith & Johnson / 2025: Bridging the Gap: Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy and Academic Engagement

Targeted Support: Accessible mental health services and workforce pathways designed specifically for boys of color

• Brookings Institution, Broady et al. / 2024: Pathways to Prosperity: Workforce Development and Mentorship for Young Men of Color
• National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), NASP Equity Team / 2025: Targeted School-Based Mental Health Services for Marginalized Youth