Episodes
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Communicating with Schools: Collaborative Strategies for Positive Outcomes
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Monday Nov 23, 2020
A major intent of federal and state law in special education is to encourage positive working relationships between parents and schools. The use of effective communication techniques can enhance collaborative relationships and minimize conflict. This presentation will address building positive relationships between parents and schools, verbal and nonverbal communication, types of communicators and strategies for building communication skills.
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
Talking with Children About Race and Bias
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
In today's social climate, conversations about race seem inevitable. Parents are challenged with deciding when and how to have these conversations. Some parents may wonder, is there an age too young to talk about race? Silence about race can reinforce racism by allowing children to draw their own conclusions. These conclusions are shaped by society and can lead to implicit bias. Come learn strategies on identifying and minimizing implicit bias and leave equipped with tools to guide your discussion with children about race.
Presented by:
Redgina Hill, PhD Founder & CEO Redgina Hill Consulting, LLC
Resources described during the presentation:
Anderson Cooper Kid's Talk on Race
https://vimeo.com/12352000
What Kind of Asian Are You? - Microaggression video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWynJkN5HbQ
Children's Books
https://www.buzzfeed.com/mikespohr/childrens-books-about-race-and-racism