National Center for Culturally Responsive Educational Systems http://www.nccrest.org/
Project Overview -
The National Center for Culturally Responsive Educational Systems (NCCRESt), a project funded by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs, provides technical assistance and professional development to close the achievement gap between students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and their peers, and reduce inappropriate referrals to special education. The project targets improvements in culturally responsive practices, early intervention, literacy, and positive behavioral supports.
Mission -
Supporting state and local school systems to assure a quality, culturally responsive education for all students.