Rethinking Schools

 RI Laws and Policies 

 I appreciated going through the policies and laws that are set up to support and  protect the students in RI. Personally, I have never been exposed to this document, so thank you for sharing.

I brought this document to my Director of Middle school and she has never seen it but did know it existed.  Moving forward, all of our teachers will have a copy but we will also go over this as part of our PD in the beginning of the next school year. 

I am also grateful to get a better understanding on the terminology and I appreciated that as well. Often, I have found myself confused and unable to name or articulate what to say, in hopes of not offending anyone. Another thing that stood out to me was the Education and Training section. I love that they encourage schools to incorporate education and training and professional for teachers and schools.  It states. " As with other efforts to promote a positive school culture, it is important that student leaders and school personnel, particularly school administrators, become familiar with terminology, best practices, guidance, and related resources and that they communicate and model respect for the gender identity of all students." 

I will always keep this document and share it with students and parents'.

Woke Read Aloud

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. I actually love how Ms. Akien starts off talking about what she likes to be called and how it makes her feel. Immediately she was engaging. They also encouraged kids to speak up and talk to their parents when people make them feel uncomfortable. Ms. Akien's teaching methods are full of energy, excitement and understanding. I love how she started out making sure students understood the structure and design of the book. I love that there are books like these in the universe. But most of all, I love that there are teachers out hear creatively engaging students in courageous conversations.