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2017 Annual Conference

du 8 au 10 November 2017

Jekyll Island Convention Center, Jekyll Island, GA

Understanding the Rights of the LGBTQ High School Student

jeudi 9 novembre 2017 à 08:30–09:45 EST
Ben Porter Salon Room 6
Presenter Name(s)

Dr. Tamika Hibbert
Dr. LaVerne Ware
Mrs. Keala Edwards-Cooper
Mrs. Keli Carter

Target Audience
Secondary
Independent
Counselor Educator, Supervisor
Abstract

The goal of this session is to provide information to Professional School Counselors, Counselor Educators, Supervisors, Counseling Students and Educators concerning the importance of knowing the rights of the LGBTQ high school student. Participants will receive information about how the law requires all educators to protect LGBTQ students in the public school setting.

Description

Throughout the session, information will be provided that is beneficial to Professional School Counselors, Counselor Educators, Supervisors and Counseling Students regarding the following topics:

Overall, members of the audience will have a better understanding of the LGBTQ student rights. Professional School Counselors will develop a greater understanding of the personal, social and college/career counseling strategies that could be used to support the LGBTQ student, which is significant for establishing an effective school counseling program. Handouts will be provided to the participants and audience members will have the opportunity to ask questions.

Presenters

Dr Tamika Hibbert, Atlanta Public Schools- Grady High School
Mrs. Keala Edwards-Cooper, Atlanta Public Schools- Washington High School
Dr. LaVerne Ware, City of Schools of Decatur
Mrs. Keli Carter, Georgia Cyber Academy
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