Fostering Empathy and Action in Schools: A Conference to Counter Bullying and Homophobia in Schools
| Event Date: | 02/08/2013 | Event Fee: | $75.00 |
| Event Time: | 9am - 4pm |  |  |
| Location: | Cambridge School of Weston 45 Georgian Road Weston, MA |  |  |
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Explore the roots of bullying, examine the choices people make when bullying occurs, and discover strategies and resources to prevent and stop bullying in schools at this all-day conference, hosted at
The Cambridge School of Weston.
Conference participants will view excerpts of the acclaimed documentary, BULLY, a compelling and tragic portrait of the consequences of bullying in our society. Break-out sessions include cyberbullying, using curriculum to counter bullying, and strategies for creating positive school culture.
Schools are encouraged to come in teams (that could include administrators, teachers, parents, and students).
For over 36 years, Facing History and Ourselves has helped teachers and students recognize the impact of their voices and choices in creating or perpetuating a culture that supports all students. These core principles are relevant whether your school is confronting issues of cyber-bullying, religious-based harassment, or homophobia.
Registration cost is $75.00 per person. Teams of three receive one free registration. Registration includes a light breakfast, lunch, and a free copy of
A Guide to the Film BULLY: Fostering Empathy and Action in Schools, an accompanying resource guide to the film BULLY. Registration opens on Friday, December, 14 and ends Monday, January 28. If you would like to register for a group, contact Princess Johnson at Princess_Johnson@facinghistory.org.