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Virtual Mini Learning Sessions

Spring 2026 Mini Learning Sessions logo with rainbow handshake

Becoming an Identity Conscious Educator - An Exploration of Self
November 3, 2026  4:30 - 6:00 pm 

Our identities shape how we teach, lead, and interact each day—often in ways we may not immediately recognize. Developing an identity-conscious practice means building awareness of how our experiences and perspectives influence our decisions, relationships, and classroom environments. In this session, participants will explore practical tools to reflect on identity, deepen understanding, and strengthen inclusive, equity-centered practices.

Identity Conscious Classroom Practices
November 17, 2026  4:30 - 6:00 pm 

When educators and school leaders center identity in their practice, they create learning environments that are more responsive, inclusive, and affirming for all students. Ignoring the role of identity can unintentionally reinforce barriers and inequities in schools. In this interactive workshop participants will work through practical applications for strategies to infuse identity into their classroom practices

Creating Inclusive Classrooms: Recognizing and Responding to Harm (A Bystander Training)
January 28, 2027  4:30 - 6:00 pm 

This interactive workshop is designed to deepen our collective ability to recognize and respond to harmful language, behaviors, and actions that impact LBGTQIA2S+ folks within our schools and classrooms. Come prepared to explore barriers to action, get creative on how to respond, and engage with other folks interested in creating communities that support and affirm LGBTQIA2S+ staff and students.

Columbia REN Director: Gabrielle DeLeone

gdeleone@cgesd.k12.or.us

Main Office: 541.298.6019

400 East Scenic Drive #207

The Dalles, Oregon  97058

Columbia REN, a program of Columbia Gorge Education Service District, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability in its programs and activities. For more information and inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies see CGESD Title IX Information.

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