This presentation is designed to help participants gain a foundational understanding of why Culturally and Linguistically Sustaining Practices (CLSP) is necessary to equitable and anti-racist education. Participants will engage with text, discussion and reflection as they think about their role in a system that is working toward better outcomes for historically marginalized students. Join us as our partners in the Office of Opportunity Gaps provide this critical overview of CLSP to support your classroom practices.