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Myths and Misconceptions About Equity: Here’s How School Leaders Are Responding
In this episode of Principal Street, Rachael George, Latish Reed, and Dr. Rosa Isiah get real about what equity work actually looks like day to day—not the slogans, but the sustained, often messy work behind it. They focus on what educators can actually control—their sphere of influence—rather than trying to fix everything at once. Along the way, they unpack some of the biggest misconceptions about equity, share how data can be used as a tool (not a weapon), and talk honestly about the emotional weight educators carry in this work.
Follow on X: @dr_lreed @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork
The Complexities of Equity
Dr. Latish Reed is a senior leadership consultant with over two decades of experience. She was Milwaukee Public Schools’ first equity leader, championing efforts to create more inclusive and just learning environments. She also led professional development initiatives, including the district’s first virtual leadership institute for over 1,200 leaders. Before her district role, Dr. Reed was an assistant professor at UNC-Chapel Hill and UW-Milwaukee, focusing on the cultural and social dynamics that shape school leadership. She has also been a college admissions counselor, teacher, and administrator. She is the author of The Complexities of Equity.
Dr. Rosa Isiah has served students for 31 years. Currently, she serves as Assistant Superintendent Educational Services in California. Dr. Isiah is actionably passionate about Leadership, Equity, multilingual Education, Women in leadership, and closing opportunity gaps for historically underserved students.
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By BAM Radio NetworkIn this episode of Principal Street, Rachael George, Latish Reed, and Dr. Rosa Isiah get real about what equity work actually looks like day to day—not the slogans, but the sustained, often messy work behind it. They focus on what educators can actually control—their sphere of influence—rather than trying to fix everything at once. Along the way, they unpack some of the biggest misconceptions about equity, share how data can be used as a tool (not a weapon), and talk honestly about the emotional weight educators carry in this work.
Follow on X: @dr_lreed @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork
The Complexities of Equity
Dr. Latish Reed is a senior leadership consultant with over two decades of experience. She was Milwaukee Public Schools’ first equity leader, championing efforts to create more inclusive and just learning environments. She also led professional development initiatives, including the district’s first virtual leadership institute for over 1,200 leaders. Before her district role, Dr. Reed was an assistant professor at UNC-Chapel Hill and UW-Milwaukee, focusing on the cultural and social dynamics that shape school leadership. She has also been a college admissions counselor, teacher, and administrator. She is the author of The Complexities of Equity.
Dr. Rosa Isiah has served students for 31 years. Currently, she serves as Assistant Superintendent Educational Services in California. Dr. Isiah is actionably passionate about Leadership, Equity, multilingual Education, Women in leadership, and closing opportunity gaps for historically underserved students.