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Happy Teacher Appreciation Month! We’re keeping the celebration going by holding space for the incredible educators and ...
05/04/2026

Happy Teacher Appreciation Month! We’re keeping the celebration going by holding space for the incredible educators and leaders in our community at our end-of-year gathering.

Join us for our May Meetup.

Our theme is Just Us: Community, Connection, and Stories of Impact. This is an intentional event that allows you to show up, connect with good people who care about education, and hear inspiring stories before the final rush of the school year.

We will honor the commitment of people like our featured speakers:

-Donald Etheridge: An EPP Participant and dedicated Educator who has served Providence students for nearly three decades.
-Leda Valerio: A longtime dual language educator at Leviton Dual Language School, committed to uplifting her community through education and equity for over 35 years.
-Rose Albert: Executive Director of Rhode Island for Community and Justice, who keeps us grounded in what’s right through advocacy and education.

You deserve a night off with good company to settle into the community that supports us all.

The Details:
When: Thursday, May 21st, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM1
Where: CHOP, The Culinary Hub of Providence

Register today to secure your spot! You can find the link in our bio.

05/01/2026

Meet Obdulia, a dedicated educator working towards her teaching certification.

Despite years of experience as a teacher assistant in Providence and holding a bachelor’s degree, she continues to face obstacles on her path to becoming a lead teacher.

Obdulia remains motivated to keep fighting for her degree because she knows how vital bilingual educators are for the diverse communities entering our school districts.
We are proud to have her in the Educator Pathway Program and look forward to continuing to support her in her journey.

Are you on your journey to becoming a certified classroom teacher? Our Educator Pathway Program application is NOW OPEN....
04/29/2026

Are you on your journey to becoming a certified classroom teacher? Our Educator Pathway Program application is NOW OPEN.

However, applications close on June 5th, and we have limited spots available. Don't miss this opportunity to get the support you need on our journey.

Our program supports you by providing:
-Personalized one-on-one coaching
-Test prep support
-Community cohort convenings
-Financial support

Tap the link in our bio to apply today!

04/22/2026

Meet Our Team: Behind the Scenes (Equity Institute Bloopers)

We might miss a cue, mess up a line (or five), do a little victory dance before the camera is even rolling, and require four separate takes just to say one word, but here’s the secret: we get things done because we believe fiercely in this work, and even more fiercely in each other. That belief, teamwork, and a lot of laughter is how the magic actually happens.

We bring this same energy to supporting every single future educator.

Applications for Cohort 2 are officially open! Come join a program built with this much heart.

We have two more information sessions scheduled!If you’re interested in learning more about our Educator Pathway Program...
04/21/2026

We have two more information sessions scheduled!

If you’re interested in learning more about our Educator Pathway Program, please register and join us on:

April 29, 2026, 6:00 PM bit.ly/2026-infosession2
May 12, 2026, 6:00 PM bit.ly/2026-infosession3

These sessions will be held virtually at 6:00 PM EST.

You can use the “EPP Information” link in bio to register for one of the sessions.

04/10/2026

Missed the March Meetup? It’s okay!

Watch the highlights from our evening together here.

Save the date for the next one: Thursday, May 21st, 2026

Our first information session is happening TONIGHT!These sessions are designed to give you a detailed look at the Educat...
04/09/2026

Our first information session is happening TONIGHT!

These sessions are designed to give you a detailed look at the Educator Pathway Program. You will learn about the eligibility and benefits, understand the requirements, and discover the incredible support and resources you'll receive (like personalized coaching, financial stipends, and licensure test prep).

Following tonight's event, we will host additional virtual sessions:

Information Session Dates (Virtual, 6:00 PM EST):

April 9, 2026, 6:00 PM bit.ly/2026-infosession11
April 29, 2026, 6:00 PM bit.ly/2026-infosession21
May 12, 2026, 6:00 PM bit.ly/2026-infosession31
You can also use the “EPP Information” link in bio to learn more and register for one of the sessions.

Ya’ll already know how we bring community together, connect people, highlight our educators and leaders, and spread joy ...
04/07/2026

Ya’ll already know how we bring community together, connect people, highlight our educators and leaders, and spread joy and love. That’s exactly what took place during the March meetup!

We had familiar and new faces in the room—and the energy was nothing short of powerful.

We want to acknowledge our three inspiring speakers: Christine Alves, DaQuan Brown, and Phoenyx Williams. They showed up and shared their stories and calls to action in the education field.

Save the date for our next, and last one before the school year ends:
Thursday, May 21st

Stay tuned for registration info.

Applications are officially open for our Educator Pathway Program (EPP)! Spots are limited, so now is the time to secure...
04/06/2026

Applications are officially open for our Educator Pathway Program (EPP)! Spots are limited, so now is the time to secure your place in the next cohort.

Join one of our upcoming Information Sessions to learn everything you need to know:

-The Program: Get in-depth insights into the EPP.
-Eligibility & Benefits: Understand the requirements and the incredible support and resources you'll receive (like personalized coaching, financial stipends, and licensure test prep).
-The Application Process: Get a step-by-step guide on how to apply before spots are filled.

Information Session Dates (Virtual, 6:00 PM EST):

-April 9, 2026 06:00 PM bit.ly/2026-infosession1
-April 29, 2026 06:00 PM bit.ly/2026-infosession2
-May 12, 2026 06:00 PM bit.ly/2026-infosession3

You can also use the “EPP Information” link in bio to
learn more and register for one of the sessions.

03/31/2026

Oh, and we’re opening our Educator Pathway Program (EPP) applications TOMORROW, April 1st!

Watch ei team members working to recruit and inspire teaching assistants to apply to our program. Spots are limited, and applications close on June 5th.

Right now, we need your help to reach our $5,000 goal for our aspiring educators. Every dollar donated through today removes a financial barrier so a talented future teacher can get certified.

Two ways to help us:
-Share this post with an aspiring teacher you know.
-Donate TODAY to help us reach our $5,000 goal!

Use this link to donate:
https://bit.ly/401gives-ei

Our goal is to raise $5,000 to fully support an aspiring teacher on their journey to become certified! This single amoun...
03/31/2026

Our goal is to raise $5,000 to fully support an aspiring teacher on their journey to become certified! This single amount can cover critical needs like:

-The cost of the Praxis exam
-Study materials
-1:1 coaching
-A last-dollar emergency stipend

401GIVES starts TODAY, March 31st and ends TOMORROW, April 1st.

We need your support! We're asking you to share our donation link and kindly ask for your donation to support our cause and folks like Ana Soares, who is a current participant in our Educator Pathway Program.

Help us help others and donate.

Use this link:
https://bit.ly/401gives-ei

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