LaSonja Roberts

Western Michigan University

Publications Committee Chair

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Publications Committee

LaSonja Roberts - Chair (Western Michigan University)

Edgardo Castro (New Mexico State University) 

Mary Ebejer (Western Michigan University) 

Miriam Ezzani (Texas Christian University)

Frank Hernandez (Texas Christian University) 

Leah Hollis (Morgan State University)

Detra D. Johnson (University of Houston) 

Angel Miles Nash (Chapman University)

Barbara Pazey (University of North Texas) 

Jessica Rigby (University of Washington)

Lok-Sze Wong, (University of North Texas)

Research

Accountability, Administrative Preparation and Social Justice in Georgia (PDF)
Cynthia I. Gerstl-Pepin

This study utilized a qualitative case study design to examine the connection between accountability, concerns for economic development, social justice, and administrator preparation in Georgia. The research suggests that administrator preparation programs need to be more proactive about developing programs that foster leaders adept at strategically advocating for social justice.

Social Justice in New Jersey: Equity Issues and Beginning Principals (PDF)
Edith Rusch

This project was designed to probe the degree to which beginning and aspiring administrators in the state of New Jersey are engaged in learning experiences related to social justice issues. The actions were designed as an intentional intervention--a collection and use of data to foster a conversation that potentially can affect members of New Jersey school communities. At this time, many New Jersey educators are preoccupied with court-ordered adjustments in funding mechanisms intended to increase access to high quality learning for all children. However, the complexity of enacting the regulations often overshadows the meaning behind the court’s decisions. In fact, some educators appear to have minimal ideological commitment or behavior sets that suggest social inequities are an important issue.