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Welcome to 2021! You have made it through 2020 and have done an outstanding job meeting the needs of our most at-risk population in the face of a very challenging year. We applaud your efforts and congratulate you on finishing out the year fully committed to educating, supporting, and mentoring Oklahoma's future! To further your efforts, we are continuing the Alternative Education Webinar Series. Each session will be the first Wednesday of the month from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Register using the links below or visit the Alternative Education website at https://sde.ok.gov/alt-ed-webinars for additional training needs. Register for all and save to your calendar as a reminder. To view past Alt Ed Webinars, visit here.
Wednesday, February 3rd, 3:30 to 4:30
Practical Trauma-Informed Classroom Strategies for Students
Beth Whittle, Executive Director of Counseling
Wednesday, March 3rd, 3:30 to 4:30
Supporting Children with Challenging Behaviors
Kristen Perez-Rickels, State Personnel Development Grant (SPDG) Specialist
 This one-day summit will expand upon previous trauma-informed awareness conferences by offering educators a framework for action. The conference will unpack the Multi-Tiered System of Support, then show attendees how this equitable framework can address the academic, behavioral and mental health needs of ALL students. Click here to register.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion. As we embark on the celebration of African American Heritage (Black History) Month, let us be mindful of the various needs and backgrounds of our students. Take this time to acknowledge the rich, cultural heritage of all students. How do you let students express and appreciate their culture? How do you recognize the contributions of other cultures around your program? How are students encouraged to respect the culture and heritage of their peers? Below are other national dates to mark on your calendars for the rest of this school year. Plan ahead and ask students for ways your program can support them and recognize their diverse backgrounds! Here is the link to a Multicultural Awareness Calendar published by the National PTA to help you get started!
January--Poverty in America Awareness Month
February--African American Heritage Month
March--Irish-American Heritage Month; Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
April--Arab American Heritage Month; Autism Awareness Month
May--Asian Pacific-American Heritage Month; Haitian Heritage Month; Jewish American Heritage Month; Speech and Hearing Awareness Month
June--Caribbean American Heritage Month; LGBTQ Pride Month
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