Kasturi Basu

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About Kasturi Basu

As a dynamic, visionary, transformative leader committed to redefining equity, access, and excellence in education, I champion inclusive policies, culturally responsive teaching, and transformative learning environments that empower all. With a deep-rooted dedication to social justice, I have successfully led instructional shifts, equity-focused professional development, and systemic reforms that drive measurable improvements in learning outcomes; I thrive on building a collaborative work culture and advocating for inclusive policies that dismantle barriers to success. With a track record of inspiring teams, mentoring educators, and engaging families and communities, I am committed to creating an environment where every learner thrives, every voice matters, and every opportunity is within reach. I lead with integrity, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of justice, ensuring that education is not just a system but a force for change.* Principal at Lyndale Elementary School at Alum Rock School District * Expert at academic program coordination, faculty recruitment, and professional development * Co-lead Racial Equity Committee for ARUSD * Member of Instructional Leadership Corp through Stanford University (SCOPE), NBRC, and CTA; leading numerous professional development series in CCSS Math and NGSS for AlumRock and other school districts * Leadership and Planning Committee member of AAPIEN( SCCOE)* Former Master Teacher CRA program, SJSU *KBAY Teacher of the Month, November 2014, for Silicon Valley Education Foundation and KBAY * Recipient- Nari Shakti, Tribute to Women Excellency Award from the Association of Indo-Americans and Consulate General of India, 2024 * Recipient -Paul Harris Community Service Rotary Award * Leadership Award from SCCOE for addressing the needs of AAPI students and educators * Board Member and Advisory Committee Member of AiducateNow and TouchASoul(501c3)* Contributed to a TODOS book chapter, Radically Reinvigorating Our Ways of Being, Learning, and Decolonizing Math Instruction: The Journey of a Community of Practice with a Common Goal, by Noni Mendoza Reis et al.( Antiracist Mathematics Education: Stories of Acknowledgment, Action, and Accountability)* Awarded Certificate of Recognition from California Legislature Assembly for advocating bilingual/multilingual education and building equity at Lyndale School, 2023.* Received Recognition Award for Lyndale School from the California Legislature for school participation in Viva El Mariachi! 2023 Showcase.