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Inclusivity (Inclusion + Diversity) is taking diversity and inclusion and turning this into action by creating a school environment of engagement, respect and connection - where ideas, backgrounds and perspectives are tied together in a caring environment.
Diversity means all the ways we differ. Anything that makes us unique is part of this definition of diversity.
Inclusion means bringing together; making someone a part of something bigger and embracing diversity in a beneficial way.
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March is National Women’s History Month
PCSD joins organizations across the country in celebrating National Women’s History Month, a month designated by presidential proclamation to...
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Frederick Douglass’s Great-great-great Grandson Met with Art Contest Winners from MHS
Kenneth B. Morris, Jr., the great-great-great grandson of Frederick Douglass and Co-Founder/President of the Frederick Douglass Family Initiatives...
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A Message from Superintendent Pero: Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives:
At PCSD, we want our students to appreciate all the ways people can be different, recognize that differences include those that are visible and those that are not...
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PCSD Contracts with Director of Diversity and Equity Planning:
Pittsford Central School District recently began working with BOCES’s newly appointed Director of Diversity and Equity Planning Tasha Potter...
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Celebrating Black History Month with Curriculum-connected Activities:
PCSD students and staff members honored Black History Month during the month of February by participating in curriculum-connected activities and events...
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Pittsford Schools to Celebrate Black History Month
PCSD students and staff members will honor Black History Month throughout February 2021 by participating in curriculum-connected activities and events as a way of ...
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School Climate Survey Results
During a recent PTSA Diversity & Inclusion meeting, the results of a School Climate Survey were shared. To view the video of the School Climate Survey results...
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United Way 21 Day Racial Equity Challenge
Join Superintendent Pero and PCSD employees by participating in Greater Rochester’s 21-Day Racial Equity Challenge with the United Way from...
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PCSD Renews Equity Contract with National Expert Consultant Natalie McGee
Natalie McGee serves as a lead cultural proficiency consultant helping school districts and organizations respond in healthy ways to diversity by...
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Religious Observance Letter 2020-2021
Differences in culture, gender, generations, backgrounds, and religion shape who we are as a school community. Our community becomes more diverse every year, increasing the importance of sensitivity to families and students from a variety of backgrounds and beliefs...
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Important Message from Superintendent Pero
The topic of racism can be contentious and is often exasperated by social media, making ...
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Cultural Proficiency Training Continues with “Transforming Professional Practice” Workshop
As Pittsford Schools continues its initiative toward improving cultural proficiency, educational equity, and student success, the District continues to collaborate with...
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Mendon and Sutherland High School Student-Athletes Participate in Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Workshop
Mendon and Sutherland High School student-athletes and coaches participated in a half-day diversity and inclusion leadership...
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Allen Creek Elementary School Explores Diversity through Literature
Allen Creek Elementary School students and their families are exploring different cultures through “Inclusion and Equity” book...
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Cross Cultural ProgramPittsford and Israeli students write messages to each other as part of a cross cultural program.
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Family Welcome EventsFamilies of students who are English language learners have the opportunity to meet each other and learn about some of the resources available to them in the PCSD schools and community.
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Link CrewLink Crew Leaders teach two classroom lessons to all English 9 classes. The first lesson is called "Why Limit Yourself" and focuses on the importance of seeking excellence and being open to new ideas and approaches. The second lesson is based around the theme of "Creating Community" by building strong relationships.
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ROC2Change
PCSD students join other schools in Monroe County schools, both public and private, to engage in facilitated dialogue with peers related to race, racism, privilege, internalized racism, non-racist, and anti-racist. They are working together to develop plans to be the change.
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ROCKids ConnectROCKids Connect is a program initiated by a PCSD parent that aims to enrich the lives of city and suburban youth through a student exchange program. Students from both communities meet, learn from, and play with each other.
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TIESTogether Including Every Student (TIES) is a Pittsford Central School District program that promotes belonging and participation for young people with special needs in extracurricular and community activities. Trained high school and middle school student volunteers provide the individualized support needed by TIES participants in a spirit of fun and learning. TIES Best Buddies program is dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of people with intellectual or development disabilities (IDD).
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Unified SportsUnified Sports is an initiative that brings students with and without intellectual disabilities together on the same team to compete. Pittsford Schools is one of the first in New York State to offer Unified Sports. Basketball was selected to start the program.
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Students Read WonderAll Barker Road students read the book Wonder by R.J. Palacio about a 10 year old boy with facial anomalies and how his shift from home schooling to public school change him and those around him.
