RESOURCES FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS

resources for parents & guardians

HOW TO BE AN ADVOCATE

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Whether your child needs to be advocated for, or if you want to be more aware so you and your children can be advocates; the more you can learn, the more you can recognize opportunities to jump in and demand change.

Check out our Get Involved section for ways to volunteer, donate, and more!

School curriculum

In order to educate children at a young age, and also be inclusive of different families and individuals, it is vital that school curriculums are inclusive. From books read, to material presented, there should be different abilities, races, genders, etc. represented. See you to advocate for an inclusive curriculum below.

Seek Assistance

There are multiple organizations both locally and nationally, that offer assistance with different issues regarding inequality, diversity and inclusion.

Check out Power of Perception for youth mentoring, and CVLGBTQ+

If you need additional assistance, please email us, and we will direct you to someone who can help.

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anti-racism

Leading by example is the best way for us to instill values in our children and families. PBS put together a worksheet for families to commit to be anti-racist.

It is easy to fill out, and involves everyone in your family, to help think about, implement, and be reminded of the committment.

FILL YOURS OUT HERE

ECASD EQUITY STATEMENT

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Race

resources on race

6 COMMON MYTHS ABOUT RACE AND CHILDREN

10 TIPS FOR TEACHING AND TALKING TO KIDS ABOUT RACE

I'M A TEEN OF MIXED RACE: HERE'S WHAT IT'S LIKE TO GROW UP BIRACIAL IN AMERICA TODAY

TALKING TO YOUNG CHILDREN ABOUT RACE & RACISM

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Mentoring

Is your child a minority who needs mentoring, OR do you want to fight for your child's school to be more diverse, equal and inclusive?

The Power of Perception is a local organization, based in

Eau Claire, WI, that offers mentoring, speaking and consulting to help change the narrative for minority youth. These programs inspire change, and a future, by helping those in need, and educating those around them.

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hmong education

ECASD Hmoob (Hmong) PTA was established March 19, 2020. The organization serves to provide ECASD Hmong parents a welcoming and safe place to collaborate and advocate for our Hmong students' education.

LGBTQIA+ Resources

RESOURCES FOR TALKING TO KIDS

IDENTITY

Planned Parenthood offers a variety of resources with tips on how to talk to kids about identity. They are broken up into different age categories, so the talking points can be best absorbed by the child.

CHECK THEM OUT HERE

LGBT TERMS

Wondering how to talk to your child about different terms and what they mean? This article breaks down different terms, and expresses different ways to approach the conversation with your child, depending on what age they are.

PARENTS OF LGBTQ+ YOUTH

If you are a parent of a youth that identifies as LGBTQ+, you have an important job. To educate yourself, so you can be a support system and advocate for your child. This article has some great tips on some ways to do that.

5 things to do if your child comes out

If and when your child comes out, you may wonder what the next steps are. As a parent and ally, it is vital that you do the research and are there for physical, mental and emotional support. This article talks about a few ways you can be there, and what you need to do next.

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LOCAL RESOURCES

Looking for resources in the Chippewa Valley for your LGBTQ+ child? The Chippewa Valley LGBTQ+ is an organization located in Eau Claire, WI, that offers a variety of resources, from weekly podcasts, to support groups, and more.

Get connected with this amazing group!

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need additional help?

Help with addressing concerns of lack of diversity, equality and inclusion in you or your child's education: info@cveiwi.com

Help with incorporating diversity and equality in your current place of education: info@cveiwi.com

need help, or to report an equality issue? email us

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