Understanding Woke Jargon
Resources
Oftentimes the vocabulary used by school activists —and some educators themselves — is intentionally misleading and confusing. It can feel as if we are learning a new language! Words that mean one thing to the average person often mean something else to an activist. For example the word “equity” has historically been defined as “the quality of being fair and impartial.” For activists “equity” usually means “equality of outcomes.”
Defending Education understands that navigating the public school system, and knowing your child may be learning about ideologies that are not always aligned with your family’s values, can feel overwhelming. This is why we have compiled resources to help you understand the true meaning behind woke jargon in the public school system.
Take a look at Defending Education’s jargon resources!
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Understanding School Budget Jargon
Understanding Equitable Grading Jargon
Understanding School Discipline Jargon
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