A recent all-school No Place for Hate activity encouraged middle schoolers to recognize the importance of saying names correctly.
Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EIB)
DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) is now EIB (Equity, Inclusion, Belonging)!
The Pennsylvania Department of Education changed the title of the initiative to help clarify the purpose, intention, and need for equity, inclusion, and belonging in educational spaces.
Click here for an infographic with definitions and responses to misconceptions about EIB!
EIB Committee
EIB in the News
Elementary school students learned the importance of accepting differences through Sensory Walks and special stories.
Each building shared information about efforts being made to promote a sense of belonging.
First grade classes carried their dragons through the halls while wishing the other students a prosperous new year.
Panda Pals brings together members of all four elementary grade levels for bonding activities.
The event allowed families to get to know each other and meet the teachers and district administrators.
The celebration offered a tasty opportunity for students to write about their favorite popcorn type and calculate votes to determine a winner.
Districtwide School Climate Initiatives
Click on the title to learn more about the program.
Parent/Guardian Resources
Please refer to the links below for helpful information.
Click on the title to access the online resource.
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Anti-Defamation League: Discussing Hate and Violence with Children
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Anti-Defamation League: Race Talk: Engaging Young People in Conversations about Race and Racism
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American Psychological Association: Talking to Kids About Discrimination
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Book Riot: 50 Children's Books about Diversity that Celebrate our Differences
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National Association of School Psychologists: Social Justice
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National Association of School Psychologists: Supporting Vulnerable Students in Stressful Times
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National Education Association Ed Justice: Creating the Space to Talk About Race in Your School
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National Parent Teacher Association: Discussing Difficult Topics with Your Children