All new teachers and school-related professionals applying for New York State certification must take this state mandated workshop. The goals of this workshop are to:

• Understand the intent, components and operational definitions of the Dignity Act
• Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations
• Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior
• Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors
• Understand diversity and multi-cultural environments and examining your own biases. This workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

Enrollment is limited. For further information, call 212-701-9413. The UFT offers this workshop to its members for a $50 fee for pedagogues, $25 fee for paraprofessionals and non-members pay $100. Fee is Non-Refundable and we only accept payment by credit card.