Legal and Ethical Application - DIVERSITY by Ryan Ramirez

Ryan R. Slide 1 - My Professional Preference

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As a future principal my professional perspective on diversity and inclusion is that it must be a priority on campus and done with compassion. The audience is the administrators, teachers and staff. The goal for a successful campus culture is to ensure there is diversity and inclusion throughout all phases on campus. Diversity also reflects toward the students. Students learn a lot through observation and when they come to school they need to witness a campus that is diverse and inclusive toward the whole campus population. The school needs to be a safe place where students and staff can be comfortable with who they are. When a healthy diverse campus is present it will help the students understand and emulate diversity when they leave secondary education. That is the reason why this topic is chosen and important. So that every staff member and student feels accepted, appreciated, and loved no matter what background they come from. A school is a place where students can envision themselves currently and in their futures.

Slide 2 - Governing Agency

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Diversity - In Brown v. Education it’s clear how to initiate a diverse campus, there shouldn't be discrimination toward anyone. Everyone deserves the rights that they are given and it cannot be taken away from them. The law helps and protects all employees and workers so that they have the right to be treated equally and fair. Brown v. Education is a law that brought agency’s or rules in both federal and states level. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 (federal) and the Texas Education Code section 51.3525 (state). The laws at both federal and state show the significance the ruling is and how discrimination is not tolerated in the United States.

The principal is the first person accountable for the campus to be diverse that everyone is treated with respect and that their rights are not violated. If something occurs on campus that is a legal issue then the principal must contact the district and proceed according to the district’s jurisdiction and contact the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) for a complaint (Texas Education Agency, 2019).

Slide 3 -Identify the federal and state constitutional law

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U.S. Constitution - The XIV Amendment (U.S. Con. Amend.

14 § 1) protects all citizens from biases or indifference.

Under the XIV Amendment, it is unlawful to refuse a person a job or title because of their race, gender, sexuality, and religion. This law impacts this topic to ensure diversity in all jobs.
On a school campus, many people work and attend there with many backgrounds and beliefs. The XIV Amendment helps govern a healthy campus culture when providing a campus with diversity and inclusion (Title VII 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000e).

State Law - In 1972, the Texas Constitution Bill of Rights added in Article I, Section 3a “Equality under the Law”.

Every person is equal under the law of Texas and cannot be discriminated against their race, gender, sex, or religion. This law correlates with the XIV Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
The law impacts equality and diversity in Texas. This law needs to be upheld because if it is not, the repercussions can cause a bad reputation for a district and be taken into legal action under both state and federal laws (Tex. Const. art 1 § 3a).

References

U.S. Const. Amend. XIV. § 1. (1868). https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution/amendmentxiv

Slide 4 - Identify the one statue and one administrative law

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Diversity

Statute - Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 you cannot refuse someone a job or discriminate against them of their title or status because of their race, background, sex, gender, or religion (Title VII 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000e).

Administrative law - In the Texas Education Code section 51.3525, education must establish diversity and inclusion on campus. Either by providing training, professional development, or programs over implementing diversity and inclusion to staff or students.

The statute and administrative law impact the development of diversity on institutions and campuses. It brings the light to develop leaders and works to an open mind and respect for all people whom they work with and who they teach. A negative consequence of lacking diversity on campus is the negative impact it will bring on the campus culture and students.

References

(Title VII 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000e.(1964). https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/42/2000e

Tex. Educ. Code § 51.3525. (2023).https://casetext.com/statute/texas-codes/education-code/title-3-higher-education/

subtitle-a-higher-education-in-general/chapter-51-provisions-generally-applicable-to-higher-education/subchapter-g-responsibilities-of-governing-boards-system-administrations-and-institutions/section-513525-responsibility-of-governing-boards-regarding-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-initiatives

Slide 5 - Identify the common or case laws

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Brown v. Education - Brown v. Education's goal is to end segregation and discrimination for students in America. Racism and segregation were found unconstitutional in schools in the U.S.

The example of Brown v. Education is to promote diversity and inclusion for all campuses and to ensure every student has equal opportunities.
Because of this court case, it has impacted all students toward academic success, equality, and growth on a campus with a healthy culture of diversity and inclusion (Brown v. Education, 347 U.S. 483 (1954)).

Reference

Brown v. Education, 347 U.S. 483 (1954). https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/347/483/

Slide 6 - Identify the federal regulation

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In the Office for Civil Rights, Diversity, and Inclusion, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) agency is committed to following the rules regarding equality and diversity for all people seeking equal employment opportunity.

This regulation impacts the culture of diversity in hiring school teachers.
Diversity in the workforce influence and is the example how equality and opportunities are given for students on campus (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), 1964).

Reference

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. 1964. Office for Civil Rights, Diversity, and Inclusion, U.S. EEOC. Https://www.eeoc.gov/office-civil-rights-diversity-and-inclusion

Slide 7 - Local Administrative Law/Policy/Rule

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Eanes ISD Employee Handbook has a section on non-discrimination and diversity. The statement is verbatim from federal law; the Civil Rights Act.

When a campus and district exemplify diversity and do not tolerate discrimination then it impacts the culture on campus and the students showing a diverse population and how to learn to be inclusive with everyone (Eanes ISD, 2023).

Reference

Eanes ISD. (2023). Eanes Independent School District Student Handbook 2023-24 School Year.p.62.https://resources.finalsite.net/images/

v1699393826/eanesisdnet/o2abynykgsjjh88f13vq/StudentHandbook.pdf

Slide 8 - Three risk management strategies

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One of the risks of or liability when not being diverse is the loss of respect and potential loss of employment. A strategy would be to self-reflect and ensure that no one is breaking the ethical code toward diversity.
Open discussions is a good strategy to ensure diversity is visible on campus. This brings opportunity to connect and understand someone.
Training or professional development on how to implement diversity and inclusion with co-workers and students is a good strategy to build the campus cultures (Harte, 2022).

Reference

Harte, A. (2022, April 22). 6 Strategies for successful diversity, equity, and inclusion training. Edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/article/6-strategies-successful-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-training/

Slide 9 - Ethical Principle

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The ethical standard toward campus diversity in the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) states, “Teachers demonstrate the belief that all students have the potential to achieve at high levels and support all students in their pursuit of social-emotional learning and academic success” (19 Tex. Admin. Code § 149.1001. (2014)).

The ethical standard is not only for hiring staff, though that was the main topic, however, diversity must also be implemented for all students.
Every teacher has the right to have the status without discrimination, every student has the right to reach academic success.
When this is not held at all levels the campus culture affects everyone and may increase disconnects throughout campus.

Reference

19 Tex. Admin. Code § 149.1001. (2014).https://texreg.sos.state.tx.us/public/readtac$ext .

TacPage?sl=T&app=9&p_dir=F&p_rloc=167791&p_tloc=9656&p_ploc=1&pg=2&p_tac=&ti=19&pt=2&ch=149&rl=1001

Slide 10 - Personal Connection

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Diversity is connected in all businesses and schools. As an educator who is Hispanic the ethical code toward diversity has shaped my family and myself up for success. As a teacher I work with teachers and have students from all backgrounds. It’s important to have a diverse or open-mindset toward inclusion because in the nature of education learning and respecting views can lead to new ideas or perspectives.

The law toward diversity is easy to agree with. There is no place or tolerance for racism or discrimination. The law has enabled me to find a successful career based on my resume and experience then my race, religion, or gender. While embracing diversity its opened my mind to strive for a role in educational leadership to reassure the progression of diversity is heading in the right direction on campuses and districts.

Slide 11 - Best Practices for Compliance

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Diversity is meant to bring everyone from different backgrounds united and respected for one another.
When hiring an employee, no discrimination should go between them getting the job.
When working with co-workers remember to respect their culture and views. Have an open mind and remember everyone at work has a common goal; help students succeed.
There should be training and professional development toward creating a diverse campus or institution.
Teachers should treat all students equally and lead them toward academic success.
When the campus follows the ethical code and implement it in their school the campus creates a healthy diverse campus culture.