AB 1266: School Success and Opportunity Act - Workshop
By CCCOE TUPE
Date and time
Monday, January 12, 2015 · 3 - 7:30pm PST
Location
Contra Costa County Office of Education
77 Santa Barbara Road Pleasant Hill, CA 94523Refund Policy
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Description
AB 1266: School Success and Opportunity Act -- Policy & Practices Workshop
Date: Monday, January 12, 2015
Time:
3:00 - 5:00 pm -- Session for district and school administrators (policy)
5:30 - 7:30 pm -- Session for teachers, counselors, and other direct-service staff (practices)
Doors open at 2:30 pm. Refreshments will be served.
Location: Contra Costa County Office of Education, 77 Santa Barbara Road, Pleasant Hill, 94523
Workshop Description: This workshop will focus on understanding key terminology and concepts, policy implementation best practices and key considerations, and communication strategies for working with students and parents/community. The session from 3:00 - 5:00 pm will specifically address the needs of school and district administrators. The session from 5:30 - 7:30 pm will address the needs of those who work directly with students. This session will include strategies to create safe and supportive spaces for all students, including those who identify as transgender and other students living outside of expected gender norms. Anyone is welcome to attend both sessions.
About AB 1266: Enacted on January 1, 2014, AB 1266 requires that a pupil be permitted to participate in sex-segregated school programs and activities, including athletic teams and competitions, and use facilities consistent with his or her gender identity, irrespective of the gender listed on the pupil’s records.
About Gender Spectrum (workshop facilitator): Gender Spectrum provides education, training and support to help create a gender sensitive and inclusive environment for all children and teens. In a simple, straightforward manner, they provide consultation, training and events designed to help families, educators, professionals, and organizations understand and address the concepts of gender identity and expression. Their accessible, practical approach is based on research and experience. More information: www.genderspectrum.org