October 6, 2017 Welcome to Diversity club!!!

Advisor’s vision Strategic Objective: Climate and Culture: We will ensure safe, inclusive environments, and encourage diverse perspectives through engagement, innovation and creativity Alphonse and Natalie share point of view about why we are advisors

What brought you here today ? Please briefly share why you are interested in this club

Our mission and goals Strengthen relationships and create Unity (Students to students, students to staff, ERHS as a whole, reaching into our community) We will work to ensure all students feel welcome and part of the ERHS community no matter their rarity #oneeastridge Alphonse explain rarity

Rarity and individuality What constitutes diversity at East Ridge? Each person brings something rare and individualistic. Think about your rarity for a minute. You are special. #oneeastridge Effective peer interaction, creating open-minded attitudes (open-mindedness) promoting cooperation, cooperative interpersonal connection

Rules of engagement/Norms Assume positive intent When you’re here, be present Communicate honestly and openly Engage in conversations with us Embrace resistance- try to understand different perspectives and contribute yours Have fun Treat others with dignity and respect- and report incidents you see where someone is not treated this way We are allies

Events Breakfasts -- first is Oct 27!! 2. Present to ERHS staff 3. Weekly celebrations/announcements - all grade levels, activities, etc 4. Unity night? 5. Your ideas?

What does it look like to be a member of this club? What is your job as a member? What is our job as advisor? What does it mean to work, respect and belong here? What does it look like/ sound like to be in this club? What can we do to improve the climate here at ERHS? (more inclusive, more welcoming)

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