Culturally Proficient Leadership for Diverse Learners by Tracey Lewis https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd This Padlet will compile ideas about what we can do to be culturally proficient with regards to diverse learners in our schools. Image retrieved from https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fvu-news%2Ffiles%2F20170120154840%2FDiversity-and-Inclusion-graphic.jpg&imgrefurl=https%3A%2F%2Fnews.vanderbilt.edu%2F2017%2F01%2F20%2Fseries-of-training-around-issues-of-diversity-and-inclusion-offered-to-vanderbilt-community%2F&docid=r4C0pKDwroIUVM&tbnid=snfv9omwy0oeeM%3A&vet=1&w=554&h=320&source=sh%2Fx%2Fim en-us 2019-03-30 15:23:01 UTC 2025-12-09 19:43:35 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Balance.png Accept students for who they identify as and provide resources that show different sexual orientations being portrayed. https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347669608
Beth Roberts]]> 2019-04-02 15:04:21 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347669608 Make sure that we take everything seriously, even if the student(s) do no seem as it they would/could be the victim or the bully based on race, socio-economic status, etc. https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347669799 Beth Roberts

]]> 2019-04-02 15:04:40 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347669799 Respect all students, regardless of their ability, providing resources that support them and show that they are an important part of the school community. https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347670337 Beth Roberts]]> 2019-04-02 15:05:40 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347670337 -Be open and have conversations with students about gender stereotypes. arringtonm https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347689653 -Provide resources (books, posters, lessons, etc.) that portray gender neutrality. 

]]> 2019-04-02 15:39:11 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347689653 Ensure that all students are receiving the accommodations necessary for them to grow and be successful. arringtonm https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347692500 2019-04-02 15:43:48 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347692500 Become comfortable and familiar about sexual orientation and step out and do not be afraid to have those conversations. arringtonm https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347693086 2019-04-02 15:44:46 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347693086 Include families in school activities and provide opportunities for them to be included. arringtonm https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347694357 2019-04-02 15:47:05 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347694357 Be visible, make sure staff is visible (between class changes, lunch, break, etc.), and have a zero tolerance policy for bullying. arringtonm https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347695136 2019-04-02 15:48:24 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347695136 wbryant_bway https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347703033 Develop a student safety plan for the bullied and a student respectful plan for the bully.]]> 2019-04-02 16:03:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347703033 wbryant_bway https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347704095 Conduct sensitivity training for staff.  ]]> 2019-04-02 16:05:34 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347704095 Be aware of your own implicit bias as well as the implicit bias of teachers. wbryant_bway https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347706254 2019-04-02 16:10:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347706254 wbryant_bway https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347709149 Support home language development by providing supplementary materials and home visits. ]]> 2019-04-02 16:15:39 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347709149 cculp2 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347727576 I think being proactive is a high priority. Teaching students and parents how to identify, intervene, and/or report out in bullying situations will help create a positive culture. There are other strategies: teaching social emotional learning, posting bullying-prevention pathways online, develop student safety and student respectful behavior plans, outline consequences, increase supervision in areas where students are reporting bullying, assigned seating on buses when necessary, etc.]]> 2019-04-02 16:53:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347727576 Make sure modifications and accommodations are in the best interest of the student, not just about what teachers and schools are most comfortable with. https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347732249 Melissa Winant]]> 2019-04-02 17:01:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347732249 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347733747 Allow students to determine how they will be identified. Give them the autonomy to use their name of choice whether that be male, female, or gender neutral.

Melissa Winant]]> 2019-04-02 17:04:06 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347733747 Create environments in schools where this is a safe topic of discussion. Allow for students to ask questions and build a repertoire of resources to allow students to learn more about their questions. Make sure the environment does not single students out, but instead includes all students with an opportunity to learn about what they may already know or not know. https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347734612
Melissa Winant]]> 2019-04-02 17:05:47 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347734612 cculp2 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347739040 Begin with a safe school culture. If a school is not culturally proficient in regards to bullying, it will be difficult to be culturally proficient in regards to sexual orientation. Begin also with listening and learning. Educating students and staff will help create a more welcoming school culture. Consider the establishment of a gay-straight alliance. Create a climate of acceptance, affirming the dignity of students. Clear policies against harmful slurs are a must.]]> 2019-04-02 17:14:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347739040 I think we need to be aware of the many languages of our students. In many experiences I find English and Spanish is much of what is offered to our students. We need to know how to provide relevant material to students in whatever language they speak. We need to give them time to learn (read and write) in that language and we need to have resources available to communicate with families in their native language. https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347739316 Melissa Winant]]> 2019-04-02 17:15:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347739316 I think we need to make sure we are better informed on how to recognize, report, and prevent bullying. It is important as educators we know are responsibility for reporting bullying recognize signs of bullying among the students in our building. https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347741101 Melissa Winant]]> 2019-04-02 17:18:45 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347741101 cculp2 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347763218 Be aware of subtle messages speaking to girls and boys (i.e. magazines).
Talk to students about stereotypes
Growth mindset teaching
Culturally inclusive displays]]> 2019-04-02 18:00:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347763218 cculp2 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347764204 Follow IEPs to the letter
Work to accommodate least restrictive environment
Students should not be defined by their disability
Listen and learn unique needs of each student
Proactive teaching measures to counter stereotypes]]> 2019-04-02 18:02:09 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347764204 cculp2 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347765086 Empower families in the education process (i.e. have secretary that can speak Spanish)
Provide EC teacher support in the classroom
Set high expectations of students and teachers - no stereotypical excuses]]> 2019-04-02 18:03:48 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347765086 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347780011 Don't be afraid to talk about this when appropriate. In other words, don't skirt around the issue, but rather give students the support they need while figuring this out and afterwards. Be on alert for any bullying that may be occurring and address it immediately.]]> 2019-04-02 18:31:08 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347780011 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347781260 Make sure to include families in school activities, providing interpreters and resources in their home language so that they feel connected to their child's education.]]> 2019-04-02 18:33:37 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347781260 sarahhorne https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347790178 --Make sure IEPs are met
--Work closely with co-teachers to meet the individual needs of students
--Use a variety of teaching and assessment methods to reach all learners]]> 2019-04-02 18:50:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347790178 sarahhorne https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347791909 Both students and teachers need more training on what bullying looks like and how to interfere and step out of the bystander role]]> 2019-04-02 18:54:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347791909 sarahhorne https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347796609 --Include families and community
--Work with ESL teachers to help understand and implement strategies to help students learn
--Include home languages and culture in classroom]]> 2019-04-02 19:04:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347796609 sarahhorne https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347803329 --Open dialogue about gender stereotypes that are present in media (commericals, social media, movies, etc.), literature, and art and their effects on students
--School and classroom culture of acceptance and inclusion]]> 2019-04-02 19:20:08 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347803329 Adam S adsmi42 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347816322 Being visible in the school and making sure the teachers are visible as well. Especially at times when the risk of bullying is the highest. (recess, lunch, break etc.) Also, ensuring our students are getting educated on the harmful effects of bullying on everyone.


]]> 2019-04-02 19:50:51 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347816322 Adam Smith adsmi42 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347817740 East Surry, the school I will be interning , has started a Gay Straight Alliance Club. It is a safe space for students to share their feelings and come together.]]> 2019-04-02 19:54:47 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347817740 Adam Smith adsmi42 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347818524 Provide students with literature so they'll have a better understanding of gender and the role it plays in society. ]]> 2019-04-02 19:57:07 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347818524 Adam Smith adsmi42 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347819760 Make sure lessons are adapted in every classroom to meet the needs of all students.]]> 2019-04-02 20:00:11 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347819760 Tamara https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347824141 Create a school climate that is openly discussing diversity and difference and places value on the respect for ALL!]]> 2019-04-02 20:13:44 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347824141 Tamara https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347825082 Show empathy and never ignore inappropriate or stereotypical comments]]> 2019-04-02 20:16:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347825082 Tamara https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347825385 Provide role models and mentors for both males and females

Highlight accomplishments from both genders]]> 2019-04-02 20:17:20 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347825385 Tamara https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347826038 What are the board policies regarding students with disabilities in your county?

Remember each student is an individual, more than his/her disability. ]]> 2019-04-02 20:19:19 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347826038 Tamara https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347826598 provide support in home language development

Make sure communication is being understood (translate permission forms, newsletters, etc)]]> 2019-04-02 20:21:06 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347826598 Kelly https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347828022 Create a bullying prevention program and provide continued PD on this topic with ALL staff members. This type of PD should be mandatory for custodians, cafe workers, office staff, support staff, administrative staff, and teachers. 

]]> 2019-04-02 20:25:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347828022 Lessons brooke_davis1 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347828231 Students participate in lessons around digital citizenship. Teacher teach lessons on cyberbullying as a fundamental part of the schools bullying anti-bullying program.]]> 2019-04-02 20:26:15 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347828231 Kelly https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347828696 Administrators should not be silent when they see targeted behaviors towards students with different sexual orientations. 

]]> 2019-04-02 20:27:51 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347828696 Listen and Learn brooke_davis1 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347828912 Listen and learn about the unique needs of each student and their disability.  Understand that each student presents a unique set of needs.  Ensure these students are in the least restrictive environment to modify to their needs. ]]> 2019-04-02 20:28:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347828912 Kelly https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347829149 Create a mentor program for students - specifically for females with stereotypical male dominated careers and for males with stereotypical dominated careers. 

]]> 2019-04-02 20:29:16 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347829149 Culture of Openness brooke_davis1 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347829387 Establish a school culture that is welcoming and accepting of all students. ]]> 2019-04-02 20:30:09 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347829387 Kelly https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347829736 Know the law! ]]> 2019-04-02 20:31:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347829736 Family Culture brooke_davis1 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347830020 Make families feel welcome and a part of the school community with communication and parent meetings in the native language of the family. Students should not have to translate for their families. Provide a translator and create culturally diverse events. ]]> 2019-04-02 20:32:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347830020 Kelly https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347830075 Support students home language development - students should never be meant to feel less or different because of their ability and knowledge of another language that is not considered the "standard" or "common" language. 

]]> 2019-04-02 20:32:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347830075 Courageous Conversation brooke_davis1 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347830675 Talk to students about stereotypes and allow them to assess their implicit bias against various groups and genders]]> 2019-04-02 20:34:21 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347830675 porrinb https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347842666 Provide appropriate PD on the use of morning meetings and restorative justice for social emotional learning to ensure students have opportunities to analyze and discuss scenarios which could occur on any day. Students and teachers will both better understand how to implement conflict resolution. 
Emphasizing the importance of differences and adopting an inclusive attitude to decrease bullying.]]> 2019-04-02 21:20:51 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347842666 porrinb https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347846754 Remain mindful of the subtle suggestions that are found throughout the school in regards to what is culturally expected of individuals belonging to certain gender groups. ]]> 2019-04-02 21:39:55 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347846754 porrinb https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347847203 Allow culturally relevant experiences such as guest speakers or field trips to diverse locations.]]> 2019-04-02 21:42:07 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347847203 Jenny jltong https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347852321 PD for teachers is important but also take every issue seriously. If a student perceives that are being bullied or feels unsafe and threatened at school it is serious. Not child should feel that way. Also, provide a safe space or zone for students to go and talk with a trusted adult if they don't feel safe. It is not just the school counselor's job to be a a trusted adult students can talk to. It is every adults job in the school building to be  a trusted an adult students can talk to. 

]]> 2019-04-02 22:08:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347852321 Kristen Breedlove kbreedlove4_4 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853110 We can use the 20 questions parents ask principals as strategies for bullying. I also think relationship building activities and restorative justice circles have been helpful in my classroom. ]]> 2019-04-02 22:12:20 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853110 Jenny jltong https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853156 Most of my posts are going to sound the same but education is key. Provide a school culture that is welcoming for ALL students. Provide a safe space for students to go to if they need it and be respectful of what students want to be called and identify as.]]> 2019-04-02 22:12:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853156 Kristen Breedlove kbreedlove4_4 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853217 We need to be advocates and not silent bystanders. 

]]> 2019-04-02 22:12:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853217 Kristen Breedlove kbreedlove4_4 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853348 Allow wait time, talk about stereotypes, help students cope with failure, ensure displays are represententative of inclusitivity, and help students prepare for media messages and biases. Look at our books and options for reading in the classroom and make sure that is not gender-biased. ]]> 2019-04-02 22:13:37 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853348 Kristen Breedlove kbreedlove4_4 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853477 High expectations, advocate, students as individuals, and listen and learn about unique learning. Be active participants in IEP meetings. We need to know the law, understand it, and understand implicit bias. ]]> 2019-04-02 22:14:19 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853477 Kristen Breedlove kbreedlove4_4 https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853512 We need to eliminate barriers to learning the curriculum. There must be a sense of urgency, language, literacy, and academic supports to bridge the achievement gaps. We need to eliminate the sink or swim mentality. We need to help develop academic vocabulary, We need to make sure families are welcome and and that communication in parent language is available. We need provide professional development to the teachers. ]]> 2019-04-02 22:14:34 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853512 jltong https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853756 Again, education is key. Create a school culture that is welcoming of ALL students. Provide opportunities for students to explore and read about careers outside of the stereotypical role restrictions placed on men and women. Be respectful of how students want to identify themselves in regards to gender.

]]> 2019-04-02 22:15:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347853756 jltong https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347854165 Provide opportunities for students to show their strength and what they are able to do. Create a school culture that focuses on growth mindset, acceptance, and caring.]]> 2019-04-02 22:17:43 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347854165 jltong https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347854508 Education is key. Know that English Learners are not just Latinx. They come from all parts of the world. Provide books that represent all different types of cultures and if possible in different languages. Also, English Learners are not unintelligent and have lots to offer. Also, provide them with opportunities to share their culture with their classmates. Education is key!]]> 2019-04-02 22:19:27 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347854508 Mary Margaret Dark https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347859848 Create a policy for your school. Provide professional development for your staff to educate them on the various forms of bullying, how to address, and on the school policy. Ensure you are education ALL staff members. Not just the teachers. Educate your students on bullying. Promote a bully-free school culture. ALWAYS take action. Make sure all students understand the policy and repercussions. Have a safe way for students to also report bullying. Maximize adult supervision as much as possible and in all areas of the school. When needed, have counselors create support groups for students. Also consider bringing in other resources from outside of school. Educate parents on warning signs of bullying. Create a clear process for investigation. Have a safety plan for students who are being bullied or who have reported being bullying. 

]]> 2019-04-02 22:48:10 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347859848 Mary Margaret Dark https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347859980 Provide safe environment for all students including transgender. Highlight famous transgender individuals. Establish a Gay-Straight Alliance or a club. Advocate for students who struggle. Provide PD for staff to identify personal bias and create safe learning environment. Build positive school culture. ]]> 2019-04-02 22:48:57 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347859980 May Margaret Dark https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347860034 Educated students and parents on stereotypes. Allow students to cope with failure.  Address the needs of both males and females. Highlight accomplishments of both genders. Provide role models for both genders. Be aware of the resources (books, magazines, articles, etc.) that we are exposing our students to.]]> 2019-04-02 22:49:12 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347860034 Mary Margaret Dark https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347860103 Set high expectations and the tone within the building. Advocate for our students. Listen and learn about their disabilities and needs. Be aware of bias. Seek out PD for teachers to help provide them with resources needed to meet student's needs. Ensure all IEP's are being met and every student has a FAPE and is in the least restrictive learning environment. ]]> 2019-04-02 22:49:39 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347860103 Mary Margaret Dark https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347860314 Create a sense of urgency to meet their needs. Have an explicit approach to meet their needs. Provide language, literacy and academic support to bridge the gaps. Support home language development. Provide rigor, relevance, and relationships with caring adults. Provide supprt and integration. Advocate for ELs. Learn about and educate your staff in EL development. Help develop academic vocabulary. Create a comfortable environment for students and parents. Monitor student assessment results. Support collaboration and coteaching. ]]> 2019-04-02 22:50:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347860314 Bernadett https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347867198 2019-04-02 23:31:51 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347867198 Bernadette Ragland https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347867203 Provide professional development for all faculty and staff. Address bullying with programs for students . Make students aware of the dangers, consequences, and where they can find support. Create policy and prevention programs that speak to your students]]> 2019-04-02 23:31:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347867203 Bernadette Ragland https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347867775 Create an open culture that is responsive to everyone's needs. There should be professional development and visual around the school that students can identify with]]> 2019-04-02 23:35:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347867775 Bernadette Ragland https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347868056 Address the needs of male and female students and identify the successes of both genders to promote equity

]]> 2019-04-02 23:37:30 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347868056 Bernadette Ragland https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347868372 Provide support and treat all students as individuals. Understand the difference in disability labels so that as a leader you can  be aware of bias in IEP meetings 

]]> 2019-04-02 23:40:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347868372 Bernadette Ragland https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347868749 Provide consistent quality programs for ELL students so they can gain mastery and create an inclusive culture to better support them academically and emotionally.
 ]]> 2019-04-02 23:42:13 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347868749 Anna Gilbert https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347871456 Create opportunities for differences to be taught about and understanding to occur  - character education/bullying prevention programs

]]> 2019-04-03 00:02:16 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347871456 Anna Gilbert https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347871677 Establish a school culture that feels safe and supportive of all students including transgender and agender. Use material and resources that show individuals of different sexual orientations as role models and positive leaders. Be an advocate and supporter for students who struggle by listening, empowering, and helping. Provide PD for staff to identify personal bias, educate about sexual orientation, and set expectations for school setting. ]]> 2019-04-03 00:03:53 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347871677 Anna Gilbert https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347872262 Talk to students about stereotypes, help them recognize 
the potential threat and ways to avoid the pitfalls
]]> 2019-04-03 00:07:44 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347872262 Anna Gilbert https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347872431 Be an active participant in IEP meetings and understand 
the differences between all categories of disabilities, 
accommodations, and modifications available for students 
to 
access 
the curriculum
]]> 2019-04-03 00:08:44 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347872431 Anna Gilbert https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347872505 Make families feel welcome and a part of the school community with communication and parent meetings in the native language of the family
Provide professional development for teachers on  differentiation and scaffolding of classroom instruction
]]> 2019-04-03 00:09:14 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347872505 George Beasley https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347872705 Create a climate of acceptance not tolerance in the school. Take all reports of bullying seriously and train staff on how to spot bullying that may not stand out.  ]]> 2019-04-03 00:10:45 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347872705 George Beasley https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347872980 Create a climate of acceptance and inclusivity in the school. Value all students and ensure students with LGBTQ are represented in the curriculum. 

]]> 2019-04-03 00:12:20 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347872980 Dawn Courson https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347873429  Pay attention, be empathetic.  Create a nurturing and accepting school culture. Provide professional development to train staff to recognize and address bullying. ]]> 2019-04-03 00:14:30 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347873429 Alison Wilson alison_wilson https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347873547 Be attentive to students and create an inclusive environment where bullying others is not tolerated.  Address issues as soon as they happen. Create a safe zone making students comfortable to confide in you. Get to the bottom of the underlying issues.]]> 2019-04-03 00:15:05 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347873547 George Beasley https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347873633 Have a safe bathroom and changing area for children who do not identify with their birth gender. Allow students to choose their pronouns while in school. 

]]> 2019-04-03 00:15:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347873633 hogrisso https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347873702 Provide staff development and meaningful discussion to ensure teachers and staff are more aware of bullying, provide character education for students]]> 2019-04-03 00:15:48 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347873702 George Beasley https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347873859 Be present and involved in IEP meeting and not just there to take notes. Push back and have uncomfortable conversations when you think students needs are not being met. ]]> 2019-04-03 00:16:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347873859 George Beasley https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347874035 Ensure the curriculum and school campus reflects the diverse student population. ]]> 2019-04-03 00:17:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347874035 Alison Wilson alison_wilson https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347874416 Create a safe environment of acceptance where all students can be themselves without ridicule. Books should represent all characters in which all students can identify. ]]> 2019-04-03 00:19:24 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347874416 Alison Wilson alison_wilson https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347875407 Define and identify stereotypes . Highlight those breaking the stereotypical barriers. Do not define students based on their gender. Have pictures/read books about characters breaking stereotypes. For example, in my county one of our diesel bus mechanics is a woman. She is breaking stereotypical barriers.]]> 2019-04-03 00:24:54 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347875407 be an advocate for students, highlight positive role models, educating teachers and staff on being more inclusive, be aware of personal biases hogrisso https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347876247 2019-04-03 00:30:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347876247 Alison Wilson alison_wilson https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347876314 Be active and vocal when participating IEP meetings. Be sure to be an advocate for the student and parent. Be sure teachers are differentiating and scaffolding to meet the needs of the students' success in classrooms. Be sure to honor students' accommodations. Provide interventions in order to close gaps or make curriculum attainable for Students with Disabilities.  Communicate with case manger needs and strategies. ]]> 2019-04-03 00:30:30 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347876314 Provide a variety of texts that highlight individuals in non-stereotypical roles, be aware of our own perceptions and how we portray male and female roles. hogrisso https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347876653 2019-04-03 00:32:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347876653 Dawn Courson https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347876750 Highlight positive role models.  Address personal bias of staff.  Stress that personal views are irrelevant and we must do what is best for students.  Create a positive and accepting school culture.  ]]> 2019-04-03 00:33:08 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347876750 Active participants in IEP meetings, advocates for parents and students ensuring they understand the language used in IEP meetings, understand all differences and ensure staff are aware of following IEP goals hogrisso https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347877086 2019-04-03 00:34:53 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347877086 Alison Wilson alison_wilson https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347877320 2019-04-03 00:35:49 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347877320 Dawn Courson https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347877353 Be aware of text types that promote stereotypes.  Seek texts that highlight individuals that counteract stereotypical roles.  Watch how we communicate gender roles.  Create equal opportunities for all genders.]]> 2019-04-03 00:36:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347877353 Alison Wilson alison_wilson https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347877477 Provide support for family and student with home language. Be active and vocal when discussing strategies for ELs. Create a welcoming environment that is culturally diverse. and supportive for students and their families. Provide language support in literacy (writing, speaking, reading, and listening ) in English. Provide quality work that has relevance to students. Respect the silent period. All newcomers will go through a silent period which varies from student to student. ]]> 2019-04-03 00:36:37 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347877477 Provide support for students and families, ensure communications sent home are available in native languages, provide culturally rich experiences, encourage students to be involved in their education. hogrisso https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347877653 2019-04-03 00:37:30 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347877653 Dawn Courso https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347877816 Set high expectations for all students.  remember that students should not be defined by their disability.  Know the law with regard to disabilities and participate actively in IEP meetings.  Ensure that staff understand our  legal responsibilities.]]> 2019-04-03 00:38:22 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347877816 Dawn Courson https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347878448 Ensure that communication sent to families is in their native language.  Eliminate the "sink or swim" mentality.  Provide support to students to bridge academic gaps in language and literacy. ]]> 2019-04-03 00:41:51 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347878448 Jennifer Beasley jenniferbeasley https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347902833 We must never ignore "stereotypical" comments.  Rather, we should be an advocate for all students by recognizing struggles, listening to students, showing empathy, and modeling acceptance. 

]]> 2019-04-03 02:51:07 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347902833 Jennifer Beasley jenniferbeasley https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347903037 We must provide a safe environment where students feel that they can be themselves.  We should NEVER be silent about bullying of LGBT students, but rather establish a welcoming school culture where each member is valued and respected. 

]]> 2019-04-03 02:52:21 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347903037 Jennifer Beasley jenniferbeasley https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347903302 We must be cautious of the messages that we are sending to students.  (i.e. Girl's Life v. Boy's Life) We must name and discuss stereotypes, and help students develop a growth mindset so they know they can accomplish anything they put their mind to. 

]]> 2019-04-03 02:53:53 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347903302 Jennifer Beasley jenniferbeasley https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347903596 We must provide students with a free an appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment.  Also, we must follow accommodations outlined in a students IEP. 

]]> 2019-04-03 02:55:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347903596 Jennifer Beasley jenniferbeasley https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347903949 We must have an urgency to close the achievement gap.  This requires teachers to know the English language development and provide support and scaffolds to assist students.  Also, teachers should expose ELL students to academic vocabulary and frontload them with information before beginning a lesson. 

]]> 2019-04-03 02:58:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tllewis2/5hrql1qhk6kd/wish/347903949