How our school developed and implemented a "20 Minute Mediation Protocol" to reduce campus conflict, reduce suspensions for fighting (48900a1 & a2) and provide replacement behaviors for aggression and bullying.
Assistant Principal, Nicolet Middle School, Banning Unified School District
I am currently an assistant principal at Nicolet Middle School. This is my second year in Banning Unified. Previously, I was employed by Palm Springs Unified for 23 years. There, I began my career as a middle school teacher, and left that district as a high school dean of... Read More →
We know that students with disabilities are over twice as likely to experience violence compared to their peers without disabilities, leading to significant and lasting effects on their health and well-being (US Dept. of Justice, 2021). This session draws attention to high levels of peer bullying and crime statistics that students with disabilities face in their lives and the urgent need for collaborative efforts to create a safe learning environment for all.
Executive Director, Special Education, Riverside County Office of Education
Dr. Sorter is the Executive Director of Special Education for Riverside County Office of Education and a Commissioner for the CDE Advisory Commission on Special Education. Dr. Sorter holds certifications in the 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace, ADR & Conflict Mediation... Read More →
Behavioral threat assessment teams in schools are essential for identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential threats to ensure a safe learning environment. These multidisciplinary teams, comprised of educators, mental health professionals, law enforcement, and administrators, work collaboratively to evaluate concerning behaviors and intervene before situations escalate. By focusing on prevention and early intervention, they provide support to individuals in crisis while addressing potential risks. This proactive approach fosters a culture of safety and trust, reduces disciplinary actions, and promotes well-being. Behavioral threat assessment teams are a vital component of comprehensive school safety strategies, protecting both students and staff.
This presentation will focus on the basics regarding human trafficking and exploitation. It will address what human trafficking is, as well as what it is not. We will discuss some of the vulnerabilities facing students we serve, what signs can be observed to better identify a possible victim, how recruiting occurs within the schools and what can be done if/when a victim is suspected. Further, the training will address the impact of the trauma victims of trafficking/exploitation face, as their trauma impacts their overall wellbeing and ability to learn and be in the school setting.
Psychology Lecturer, California State University, Bakersfield
I received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology from California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB), Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Rosemead School of Psychology and Doctorate in Psychology in Organization Development from Alliant International University. I... Read More →
