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Equity Committee Resource Guide
Equity Committee Resource Guide
for Cedar Park Elementary School Families and our community
for Cedar Park Elementary School Families and our community
Seattle Public Schools
Seattle Public Schools
The Department of Racial Equity Advancement (DREA) is a capacity building department that supports racial equity leadership development across individuals, teams, and departments – both in school buildings and at the Central Office.
https://www.seattleschools.org/departments/drea/
Special Education at SPS. The Special Education department works collaboratively with school and district leaders, teachers, students, and families to provide the tools, guidance, supports, and services needed to ensure access and success for students with disabilities.
https://www.seattleschools.org/departments/special-education/
SPS is dedicated to supporting all students and families, including our Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer community. The Health Education Office is proud to provide resources and supports to our district with the aim of creating and sustaining safe, supportive school environments.
https://www.seattleschools.org/departments/health-education/lgbtq/
SPS believes that through Housing Partnerships and strong connections between school, home, and community ultimately improve educational opportunities and success of children. In collaboration with Seattle’s affordable housing providers, we are strengthening relationships with families, creating networks of community supports, and supporting families as they navigate both housing and education resources.
https://www.seattleschools.org/departments/community-partnerships/housing-partnerships/
SPS Accessibility
https://www.seattleschools.org/about/official-notices/accessibility/
Our Community
Our Community
Hunger Intervention Program (HIP) is working to increase food security for underserved populations in north King County through nutritious meals, educational programs, and advocacy.
https://hungerintervention.org/
North Helpline provides Food Access and Homelessness Prevention Services
Services for Refugees and Immigrants. ReWA provides 8 wraparound social services for every member of the family. These services, delivered in over 50 languages and dialects, are designed to make a long-lasting impact in our clients’ lives and help them thrive in the Puget Sound community.
University of Washington’s Race and Equity Initiative’s Anti-Racism Resources
https://www.washington.edu/raceequity/resources/
Lavender Rights Project elevates the power, autonomy, and leadership of the Black intersex & gender diverse community through intersectional legal and social services.
https://www.lavenderrightsproject.org/
Gender Spectrum’s mission is to create a gender-inclusive world for all children and youth. To accomplish this, we help families, organizations, and institutions increase their understanding of gender and consider the implications that evolving views have for each of us.
Gender Spectrum’s mission is to create a gender-inclusive world for all children and youth. To accomplish this, we help families, organizations, and institutions increase their understanding of gender and consider the implications that evolving views have for each of us.
Our County and State
Our County and State
The King County Office of Equity and Racial and Justice provides resources and coordination to King County’s efforts to promote fairness and opportunity for all residents.
Protections for Immigrant Students in Washington’s K–12 Public Schools
Immigrant Safety Plan for Youth and Children
Immigrant Safety Plan for Youth and Children- Webinar
The King County Bar Association Pro Bono Services department works with over 1400 volunteer attorneys, paralegals, law students and community members to provide free legal assistance for low income King County residents. KCBA shall not refuse services in any program on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, religion, national/ethnic origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other class protected by law in the administration of its programs, in the eligibility of program participants, or in the provision of services to applicants or clients.
Washington State Office of Public Defense offers a list of resources for Legal Assistance Programs including The Northwest Justice Project and Disability Rights Washington among others.
Other Resources
Other Resources
Racial Equity, Social Justice & Black-Led Organizations, Resource Lists, Book Lists, & more
Racial Equity, Social Justice & Black-Led Organizations, Resource Lists, Book Lists, & more
Anti-Racism in the Classroom: Tips and Resources for Teaching About Racism
Anti-Racism in the Classroom: Tips and Resources for Teaching About Racism
Amy Lang: The Birds & the Bees - Parent/Family Education Resources
Amy Lang: The Birds & the Bees - Parent/Family Education Resources
Amy Lang: Tips for Talking to your Kids about the Birds and the Bees
Amy Lang: Tips for Talking to your Kids about the Birds and the Bees
Check out Amy Lang’s website, BirdsAndBeesAndKids.com for tons of sex talk support and resources.
If you want to stay on top of the talks (and get some super motivating support ASAP) sign up for the Birds & Bees & Kids newsletter here.
The Birds & Bees & Kids bookstore is here.
These are some of the books Amy mentioned.
It’s NOT the Stork Perfect for kids 5 and under.
It’s SO Amazing Perfect for kids 5 - 11.
It’s Perfectly Normal They need this the summer before middle school starts.
Sex is a Funny Word Graphic novel style book - good for 8 - 10-year-olds
Porn prevention:
For adults:
Birds & Bees & YOUR Kids: A Guide to Sharing Your Beliefs about Sexuality, Love and Relationships.
Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It Tons of scripts you can use with your kiddo.
KID-SAFE SEX ED WEBSITES
Every Body Curious is a great sex ed class show for kiddos 10+.
Amaze.org is one of the best-ever websites for tweens and adults (if you need a tune-up).*
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