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Founder/CEO: Culturally Restorative Learning Supports, LLC
Sherinda Bryant is a passionate educator, social justice advocate, and innovative curriculum developer who propels multicultural education forward through her visionary work. With a distinguished career spanning over a decade in the Bay Area, Sherinda has skillfully navigated roles as an Instructional Associate, English teacher, Black Student Union advisor, and Social Justice elective teacher, culminating in her recognition as a 2019 Innovative Teacher by the California Teachers Association.
Currently immersed in studying Culturally Restorative theory and pedagogy, Sherinda's educational philosophy focuses on fostering a sense of belonging, boosting student confidence, that as a result will drive academic progress. Sherinda uses Afrofuturism, an exciting blend of speculative fiction, history, cultural aesthetics and future design thinking, as a vibrant backdrop for critical engagement with literature and social issues.
As the visionary founder of the Afrofuturism Discovery Academy and the director of Culturally Restorative Learning Supports (CRLS), Sherinda creates spaces where students can see themselves reflected in the curriculum, affirming and restoring their positive identities. She also co-founded the Redwood Learning Collective, extending educational and wellness support to all students, with an emphasis on historically underserved communities.
Sherinda's dynamic projects under C.R.L.S, LLC, including the dialogue-building initiative 'Finding Common Ground' and the 'Baadaye Scholars' youth leadership program, exemplify her commitment to enriching cultural learning experiences and mentorship.
Yet, Sherinda's talents and interests extend beyond her educational endeavors. As a singer-songwriter, she infuses her deep, meaningful lyrics with the same passion and insight that inform her professional work. She loves the thrill of experiencing live music, trying new recipes, and immersing herself in the Afrofuturism genre, forever eager to discover more about this captivating artistic and cultural movement.
Sherinda is a beacon of innovation, equity, and representation in the field of education. She invites you to join her journey and connect through email at sherinda@culturallyrestored.com phone at 408-679-8241, or via Instagram at @afrofuturism_academy.
