Creating ‘Responsive Schools’ – Brown Innovation Fellow, Joyce Mundy, receives $30,000 grant to develop center

Congratulations to the talented agent of change, Dr. Joyce Mundy! Her leadership is an inspiration.

Joyce Mundy, Stetson associate professor of education, has received a three-year, $30,000 grant to help underserved populations in K-12 schools. She envisions a network of “responsive schools” that will meet the diverse needs of students and their families.

Responsive education and restorative practices have received a lot of attention in education circles in the wake of increased school violence, high-stakes testing and one-size-fits-all academic standards. The goal is to study the culture at individual schools and shape programs based on distinctive traits. Mundy said they promote an emphasis on social skills and tolerance.

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