In this NYSED-approved training, participants will: Understand the intent components and operational definitions present in the Dignity Act; Develop and enhance awareness and sensitivity to the range of experiences of the specific student populations as named in the Dignity Act; Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior; Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors; Enhance the understanding of diversity and multicultural environments and examine personal biases; Articulate the Reporting Requirements for Educators as specified in the Dignity Act.

DATES/TIMES/REGISTRATION:

Wednesday, 1/8/25, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. https://tinyurl.com/4enhfpp2

Thursday, 2/6/25, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. https://tinyurl.com/4t3ahc5e

Wednesday, 3/12/25, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 https://tinyurl.com/3f783xje

Thursday, 4/10/25, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. https://tinyurl.com/yhkpn79y

Wednesday, 5/14/25, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. https://tinyurl.com/ye2tpsz4

Thursday, 6/12/25, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. https://tinyurl.com/32b4xpvc

Wednesday, 7/16/24, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. https://tinyurl.com/44k8amp9

Thursday, 8/14/25, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. https://tinyurl.com/2s3u345a

FORMAT: Includes 3 hours of self-paced, online instruction (recorded PowerPoint with embedded questions) and a 3 hour live virtual meeting with the instructor. Self-paced work must be completed BEFORE the live virtual meeting.

FACILITATOR: Juliann DellaRocco

GCRTC CONTACT: Valerie Lovelace, Ed.D., GCRTC Executive Director

FEE: $70. Please make checks payable to BH-BL Central School District. Please note, while you may register and participate in the course prior to payment, documentation of completion will not be submitted to NYSED until payment has been received by BH-BL.

NON-CTLE HOURS: 6