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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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Library Audit
For the past two years, our K-12 librarians have conducted a “Diversity Audit” of their collections. The librarians began their work during the 2017-18 school year, working with Dr. Tokeya Graham, an English/Philosophy professor at MCC, who specializes in diversity...
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Inclusivity Professional Development
Under the large umbrella of inclusivity, we will be offering our staff the opportunity to deepen their learning and expand their skill sets relative to several areas. Our line-up of summer workshops in this area will include the following...
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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.
