Vocab Definitions
The process of putting a decision, plan, or new policy into effect.
implementation
To ensure that everyone has an equal chance of succeeding.
Level the playing field
Identify and correct the Subject-Verb Agreement error: "The committee have decided to reject the proposal."
"The committee has decided..."
Create a sentence using the word Advocate as a verb.
Sample "I will advocate for better mental health resources."
Rephrase this informal sentence formally using the phrase "collective responsibility": "We all gotta do this together."
"We have a collective responsibility to do this."
Use the word Institutional and the idiom Lay down the law in the same sentence.
Sample "To fix the institutional corruption, the new director had to lay down the law."
The concept that differences in brain functioning are normal variations of the human population.
neurodiversity
Use the idiom "Fall through the cracks" in a sentence about a student who is ignored by the school system.
Sample
"Without proper accommodations, neurodivergent students often fall through the cracks."
Change this sentence to the Passive Voice for objective reporting: "The board implemented the new policy."
"The new policy was implemented by the board."
Create a sentence using the contrast connector Conversely to discuss the concept of Integration.
Sample "Segregation harms communities; conversely, integration fosters mutual understanding."
(DJ) Fill in the blank for this formal request: "It is ________ upon the institution to provide accommodations."
incumbent
What complex contrast connector starts with "W" and is used to compare two different things or ideas?
Whereas
A real or imagined wrong or other cause for complaint or protest, especially regarding unfair treatment.
grievance
(DJ) To strictly follow the rules exactly as they are written.
By the book
Complete this 1st Conditional sentence proposing a future solution: "If the city ________ (invest) in infrastructure now, the transit system ________ (be) safer for everyone."
"invests" and "will be"
Create a sentence using the idiom Take a stand regarding a Grievance.
Sample "The workers decided to take a stand and file a formal grievance about their wages."
Use the phrase "It is imperative that" in a sentence about Compliance. (Hint: Remember the base verb rule!)
Sample "It is imperative that the staff ensure compliance with the new rules."
What idiom means to contribute something of value (like an idea or skill) to a discussion or project?
Bring to the table
The quality of being easily reached, entered, or used by people with disabilities.
What idiom means to look for or discover a meaning that is hidden or implied rather than explicitly stated?
Read between the lines
Fill in the blank with the correct Narrative Tense (Past Perfect): "By the time I arrived at the meeting to file my grievance, the principal ________ (already/leave)."
"had already left"
(DJ) Create a sentence using the word Conformity.
Sample "The school's strict uniform policy enforces conformity among the students."
Rephrase this demand formally using "Steps must be taken...": "Fix this problem right now!"
"Steps must be taken to fix this problem without further delay."
Identify the grammatical structure used here: "The board is required to submit the report by Friday."
Modal of Obligation (or Passive Voice)
The treatment of a person, group, or concept as insignificant or peripheral, pushing them to the edges of society.
marginalization
Use the idiom "Think outside the box" in a sentence to describe someone who refuses to "fit the mold."
Sample
"Instead of trying to fit the mold, she decided to think outside the box to solve the problem."
Complete this 2nd Conditional sentence proposing a solution: "If society ________ (be) more inclusive, people ________ (feel) more valued."
"were" and "would feel"
Create a sentence using the idiom Pave the way and the word Infrastructure.
Sample "The new funding will pave the way for better city infrastructure."
Fill in the blank for this formal request: "I ________ urge the board to reconsider their decision."
What vocabulary word means the power or opportunity to act or take charge before others do?
Initiative