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About the Session
True equity and inclusion can only be achieved when we understand how to authentically support student identities. Through the sharing of foundational information and practical examples, this session will explore why, how, and where change is needed to ensure equitable approaches in education that uplift and affirm identity.
Speaker Bio
Michelle Coutinho is an educator, consultant, and retired administrator with over 30 years of experience in Catholic education. In her time in education, she dedicated her efforts to supporting equity for students and staff. She is a past recipient of the Harmony Movement Mary A. Samuels Leadership in Education Award. Michelle is now a consultant in identity-affirming student mental health.
Virtual Session with Michelle Coutinho
Date:鈥������������疻ednesday, May 29, 2024
Time:鈥������������ 7:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.鈥�
The session will be live-streamed on the HCDSB YouTube channel:
For those who cannot attend this virtual session on the scheduled time and day, a link to the recorded presentation will be available on HCDSB鈥檚 for later viewing.
Questions?
Parents/guardians are invited to submit questions in advance of the session using the . Parents/guardians may also use this online form to submit questions after the session.
