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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Uplifting All Students Statewide Conference

The ¿ìè³É°æÊÓƵ (¿ìè³É°æÊÓƵ), in collaboration with the BOCES and Big 5 school districts, hosted the Uplifting All Students statewide conference on March 19, 2025. The event provided district and school administrators, leaders, and educators with an opportunity to learn about how school districts across the state are implementing programs that enhance student identity and overall well-being, partnering with families and communities, and collaborating with a range of stakeholders to support all students. Districts across the state shared promising practices, and educators had opportunities for collaboration and discussion about implementation of strategies and next steps within their districts and regions.

Introduction and Presentations on Topic #1: Engaging in Collaborative Team Building

Introduction and Presentations on Topic #1: Engaging in Collaborative Team Building

Friday, April 4, 2025

In this video, Deputy Commissioner, Angelique Johnson-Dingle, Commissioner Dr. Betty A. Rosa, and Executive Director of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Dr. Diane Wynne, provide opening remarks and learning outcomes. In addition, educational leaders from Hudson City School District and NYC Public Schools discuss engaging in collaborative team building that uplifts all students.ÌýMore

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Presentations on Topic #2: Promoting Student Well-Being and Advocacy

Presentations on Topic #2: Promoting Student Well-Being and Advocacy

Friday, April 4, 2025

In this video, educational leaders from Elmira City School District and Margaretville Central School District share their approaches and action steps to promote student well-being and advocacy across their districts.More

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Presentations on Topic #3: Fostering Family and Community Engagement

Presentations on Topic #3: Fostering Family and Community Engagement

Friday, April 4, 2025

In this video, educational leaders from North Rose-Wolcott Central School District and Lockport City School District provide a range of ways in which their districts are fostering family and community engagement, partnering together to uplift and support all students.More

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Closing Remarks and Sharing of Resources

Closing Remarks and Sharing of Resources

Friday, April 4, 2025

In this video, Chancellor Dr. Lester W. Young Jr. provides closing remarks for the conference, followed by Executive Director of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Dr. Diane Wynne, who shares next steps and resources for districts to utilize in continuing to support and uplift all students across New York State.ÌýMore