As educators, a critically important part of our job is to teach our children about the world around them-to understand complex issues, to appreciate diversity, and to be active citizens who can respectfully engage with others, said outgoing Schools Chancellor David Banks. Our 'Meeting the Moment' initiative is focused on precisely that.
Our 'Meeting the Moment' work reaffirms our commitment to safe, inclusive, respectful school environments, said incoming Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos. In challenging times across our country and world, it is especially important to teach our children to engage in constructive, empathetic dialogue on issues of the day.
The new anti-hate hotline, 718-935-2889, is available for students, parents, staff and the community to report incidents of hate, harassment or discrimination. The hotline is staffed with employees from the public schools' School Parent Support.
The city's school system is determined to continue taking decisive steps to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for students, families and staff, according to a public schools' press release.
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