CLRI Events

CLRI hosts events to promote culturally and linguistically responsive practices that strengthen student belonging, elevate student voice, and expand equitable access to learning. These events also engage families and the broader community in meaningful collaboration with schools to build inclusive environments that celebrate diversity and support the success of every learner.

Sample of Past Events

Hispanic Heritage Artistic Expression Contest. Submissions must be connected to the National Hispanic Heritage Month Theme: Together, We Are More. Unidos, Somos Mas. Open to all BPS Students. Submissions Due Electronically 9/30/2026. Accepted Formats include poetry, artwork, and short essays.

The Office of Culturally & Linguistically Responsive Initiatives Presents Disproportionality and Equity Partners 2026-2027 Training Sessions. Disproportionality Launch held October 13, 2026. Equity Partners Sessions held October 14th and October 15th, 2026. All sessions held at West Hertel School #94 from 8:15am to 3:30pm. Keynote speaker is Dr. Chike Akua, an educational leader, author, and professor.