Making the Case
Resources to make the case for an inclusive materials adoption process.
Selecting curriculum materials is one of the most powerful levers district leaders have to advance equity. The adoption process is a pivotal opportunity to ensure materials address the needs of multilingual learners from the start, not as an afterthought.
The resources below will help you build understanding, foster advocacy, and drive change within your district’s adoption process.
Learn more about why it matters.
Making the Case: A Guide for Strengthening Curriculum Adoptions for Multilingual Learner Equity
A booklet and slide deck designed to help leaders communicate why centering multilingual learners in curriculum adoption benefits all students.
Multilingual Learner Curriculum Adoption Guidance
Assists decision-makers in evaluating and assessing their curriculum selection process through an equity lens.
The Role of the School Board in Ensuring Equitable Materials Adoption
Guidance for School Board members on how to champion inclusive, linguistically responsive curriculum adoption.
Essential RFP Language for Math Materials
Sample specifications and evaluation criteria to include in RFPs and rubrics to ensure adopted math materials serve MLLs effectively.
Case Study: San Leandro
Examines how the district integrated professional learning and equity-focused strategies to adopt high-quality instructional materials.
Case Study: Santa Juana
An illustrative example of how a California district conducted an inclusive math materials review and adoption process under ideal conditions.
