Discussions with Dr. Dana!

Let’s Talk About It! Stay up to date with our latest blog posts, rants, and discussions on important topics in Black education. From personal experiences to current events, we take an unfiltered approach to covering it all.

De-Escalation with Low Intensity Antecedent Strategies: Implications for Disproportionate Disciplinary Outcomes

In this insightful article from Beyond Behavior, authors Dr. Page and Dr. Landrum explore the dynamics of student-teacher interactions....

Dana Page

Apr 112 min read

A Meta-Analysis of the Academic Achievement of Students with emotional/behavioral disorders (EBD)

The key findings of the meta-analysis regarding the academic achievement of students with emotional/behavioral disorders (EBD) include:...

Dana Page

Apr 112 min read

What Is Culturally Responsive Teaching and Why Does It Matter?

Classrooms are more diverse than ever before, yet many traditional teaching practices don’t reflect the cultural experiences of all...

Dana Page

Dec 16, 20243 min read

The Hidden History of Black Students in Special Education

Did you know that the history of special education in the United States is deeply intertwined with the fight for civil rights and...

Dana Page

Dec 9, 20242 min read

The Power of Policy: How Educational Systems Can Foster Equity for Black Students

When we talk about creating equitable educational systems, we often focus on what happens in the classroom. But true equity begins at a...

Dana Page

Nov 27, 20242 min read

Culturally Responsive Classroom Strategies to Support Black Students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders

Supporting students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders (EBD) requires intentionality, patience, and culturally responsive practices. For...

Dana Page

Nov 19, 20242 min read

Understanding Federal and Local Elections: Why Voting Matters

When it comes to federal elections, the U.S. system can feel complex, and it’s easy to feel like your vote is just one in a sea of...

Dana Page

Nov 11, 20244 min read

Breaking New Ground: Building a Community to Address Significant Disproportionality in Special Education

Last week marked an incredible milestone- I launched my website, officially bringing my business and brand to life! This journey began as...

Dana Page

Nov 5, 20242 min read

What's Beyond the Page?

I started as a paraeducator back in 2006 and I remember noticing a trend. When new students would come to the school, if they were Black...

Dana Page

Aug 26, 20242 min read

"Students of Color"—Whoooo Did This?!?!!

Who sat around a table and said, “We can’t call them what we really want to call them, and we can’t say 'colored' anymore, so let’s go...

Dana Page

Aug 26, 20242 min read

Addressing Significant Disproportionality in Special Education: A Call to Action

In the realm of special education, significant disproportionality is a pressing issue that impacts the educational outcomes of...

Dana Page

Aug 26, 20243 min read

Discussions with Dr. Dana!

De-Escalation with Low Intensity Antecedent Strategies: Implications for Disproportionate Disciplinary Outcomes

A Meta-Analysis of the Academic Achievement of Students with emotional/behavioral disorders (EBD)

What Is Culturally Responsive Teaching and Why Does It Matter?

The Hidden History of Black Students in Special Education

The Power of Policy: How Educational Systems Can Foster Equity for Black Students

Culturally Responsive Classroom Strategies to Support Black Students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders

Understanding Federal and Local Elections: Why Voting Matters

Breaking New Ground: Building a Community to Address Significant Disproportionality in Special Education

What's Beyond the Page?

"Students of Color"—Whoooo Did This?!?!!

Addressing Significant Disproportionality in Special Education: A Call to Action

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