Advanced - Chess vs. Checkers: Assuming a Culturally Proactive Stance Within the Classroom: Being "culturally responsive" is all the rage given the volatile racial climate- at home and abroad. To be culturally responsive means to respond (in a culturally sensitive manner) in a culturally appropriate manner to situations within the classroom. However, if we are responding to something, it has already happened. During this session, I will teach you how to become culturally proactive with your instruction, your pedagogy, and your allyship.