Brandy Johnson

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@CraigDMauger @CraigDMauger - I got the pleasure of hosting the dress rehearsal in my office this morning 😂

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@DrPamLuster @PMillerBiz @TICAS_org @MannyRodri7 @Iamkeithcurry @DrTammeil @equityavengers Thanks @equityavengers for the engaging convo - Have a great night!

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@Iamkeithcurry @DrPamLuster @DrTammeil @CollegeFutures @AscendiumEP @MIColleges @meikled_john @CommunityCCRC And this one too :) https://t.co/emCWuXNueu

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@Iamkeithcurry @DrPamLuster @DrTammeil @CollegeFutures @AscendiumEP @MIColleges @meikled_john @CommunityCCRC Check out this sick dashboard - https://t.co/4dhVFjOICH

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @PMillerBiz @DrPamLuster @CollegeFutures YES! "Honoring learning" is also the most affirming (and accurate) way to explain awarding credit for prior learning. This is a priority for @MIColleges

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@PMillerBiz @Iamkeithcurry @DrPamLuster @DrTammeil @CollegeFutures @NCOREou @MIColleges At @MIColleges we prioritize investing in this type of PD for our team. This is what will fuel us forward.

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@DrPamLuster @PMillerBiz @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures @MichaelHGavin @DeltaCollege @LCCPresident @LCCStars @MichiganLEAP (2/2) Their leadership exemplifies how to drive meaningful change by centering students' diverse needs and removing barriers. Learning from them, alongside engaging in state/national dialogues, helps ensure our practices are rooted in equity & impact. #EquityChat #EquityAvengers

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@DrPamLuster @PMillerBiz @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures (1/2) We are fortunate to have equity-minded leaders in our association, like @MichaelHGavin from @DeltaCollege, @LCCPresident Steve Robinson from @LCCStars, and Dr. Beverly Walker-Griffea from @MichiganLEAP, who continuously inform and inspire our work. Leadership matters.

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@Iamkeithcurry @PMillerBiz @DrTammeil @DrPamLuster @CollegeFutures We are really proud of the work @MottCollege in #Flint is doing, especially around SNAP E&T. Check this page out - https://t.co/VDRWpAHiME

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@Iamkeithcurry @PMillerBiz @DrPamLuster @DrTammeil @CollegeFutures (2/2) .Transfer, transfer, transfer! Ensuring seamless transfer pathways between community colleges and universities is critical to helping students, especially students from diverse backgrounds, honor learning, achieve their academic and career goals. #EquityAvengers #EquityChat

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@Iamkeithcurry @PMillerBiz @DrPamLuster @DrTammeil @CollegeFutures (1/2) One key strategy has been Gateway Course and Developmental Education Reform. By redesigning English and math courses, we help underrepresented students succeed early and build momentum, setting the stage for long-term success. ALL students are college material.

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@DrTammeil @PMillerBiz @DrPamLuster @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures @PMillerBiz and I will meet you on the dancefloor anytime!!! We work hard AND play hard. Having teammates that you have fun with makes the work not feel like work at all.

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@Iamkeithcurry @DrTammeil @PMillerBiz @DrPamLuster @CollegeFutures @grcc @ASU @mesacc @michaelcrow I'm a huge fan of @michaelcrow too! His was a new-ish President when I graduated with my degree in political science so I have his autograph on my diploma ;)

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@Iamkeithcurry @DrTammeil @PMillerBiz @DrPamLuster @CollegeFutures @grcc Like @PMillerBiz said, it's about holding the door open. After I graduated from @ASU, both my younger siblings graduated from @mesacc

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@DrPamLuster @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures (2/2) We also prioritize data-informed conversations to understand which student groups are best served and where gaps exist. By continuously refining our systems, we ensure students who fall below the highest-performing group are better supported. #EquityChat #EquityAvengers

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@DrPamLuster @DrTammeil @Iamkeithcurry @CollegeFutures (1/2) Closing equity gaps is a strategic priority for @MIColleges, embedded in our Strategic Plan. We believe a key to achieving 'Equity as Parity' is partnership, so we work across Michigan’s across our 28 public CCs and 3 tribal colleges.

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@Iamkeithcurry @PMillerBiz @DrPamLuster @DrTammeil @CollegeFutures (3/3) Now as a parent, I want the best for my kids, knowing they have privilege. It fuels me to fight for families who face more roadblocks to success, especially in supporting community college students. #EquityChat #EquityAvengers

[Brandy Johnson @MCCABrandy]

@Iamkeithcurry @PMillerBiz @DrPamLuster @DrTammeil @CollegeFutures (2/3) After college, I became a 3rd grade teacher with @TeachforAmerica, working with students of color, who were living in poverty, and English language learners. I was driven to champion their success despite the low expectations set by some educators.