Subject: strictly fyi: film & workshop for teachers, films for World AIDS Day, Make It Better NOW, scholarships
From: "Reis, Beth" <Beth.Reis@kingcounty.gov>
Date: 11/16/2011 3:27 PM
To: NEWS@safeschoolscoalition.org

Dear Safe Schools Coalition Members and Friends:
 
(1) great, short, free film and new online workshop about LGBTQ issues for teachers
(2) Discounted films in celebration of the holiday season … some of which are especially appropriate in conjunction with World AIDS Day, Dec 1st
(3) Not interested in waiting until you graduate (or til your child or your students graduate) for it to get better? Make it better NOW.
 
SCHOLARSHIPS:
(4) 2012 Pride Foundation Scholarship applications are due January 31 - AK, OR, ID, MT, WA
(5) Scholarships for LGBTQ students and heterosexual allies and some for the children of LGBTQ parents & guardians - national
(6) Scholarships for LGBTQ students and heterosexual allies and some for the children of LGBTQ parents & guardians - Pacific NW
 
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(1) great, short, free film and new online workshop about LGBTQ issues for teachers
 
From Answer: Sex Ed, Honestly at Rutgers University:
 
I'm excited to share with you the link to our latest video, "A Day in The Life of LGBTQ Teens," we created as part of our newest online workshop for professionals LGBTQ Issues in Schools. We're so excited to release this workshop for professionals who work with young people and need support and information about LGBTQ issues and teens.
 
Here's a link to the video, http://www.youtube.com/answeredru#p/a/u/0/pOId2C8g7T8 which, in our experience, packs a pretty powerful punch.
 
This video is one of many videos, games, interactive activities and provocative case studies that make up this six-hour workshop. LGBTQ Issues in Schools features young people and their stories throughout, to make sure it's realistic and hands-on. If you've never taken one of our online workshops, it's a great way to earn professional development hours without having to leave your office or home.
 
To learn more about our online workshops including the special early bird registration discount we currently have please click here - http://answer.rutgers.edu/page/lgbtqissues
 
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(2) Discounted films in celebration of the holiday season … some of which are especially appropriate in conjunction with World AIDS Day, Dec 1st
 
December 1st is World AIDS Day. Scenarios USA is offering a special 15% discount on their best-selling HIV/AIDS Compilation DVD (and all there other DVDs!). Each REAL DEAL film on the HIV/AIDS Compilation DVD comes with a lesson plan, a behind-the-scenes documentary and the shooting script in PDF. This compilation includes the following films (click on film title to view):
 
Reflections: Three best friends learn to take the risk of HIV/AIDS seriously as they navigate romantic relationships in an urban environment mired in economic strife, drugs, and limited options. Reflections addresses HIV testing, gender norms, self-esteem, communication, drugs, dating, commitment, and friendship.
 
The Monster: When three boys chat up the new girl on the block, only one gets lucky. He, however, is forced to deal with a secret that not even his closest friends know about. The Monster deals with HIV status, gender norms, communication, and discrimination. 
 
Just Like You Imagined?: A glimpse into the lives of six young people dealing with the pressures of dating and relationships. Just Like You Imagined? deals with HIV, pregnancy, gender norms, homosexuality, communication, self awareness, compassion and taking responsibility.
 
Nightmare on AIDS Street: 17-year old Isabel knows she can't take back what happened during one hazy night with a guy. She decides to take responsibility and bravely face her greatest fear. Nightmare on AIDS Street deals with testing, friendship, gender norms, self-confidence, and taking responsibility.
 
To purchase the HIV/AIDS compilation (from Scenarios USA), click here.
For other World AIDS Day resources (from the US Dept. of Health & Human Services), click here.
 
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(3) Not interested in waiting until you graduate (or til your child or your students graduate) for it to get better? Make it better NOW.
 
A principal in Tennessee. A student in Ohio.  Lawmakers in Michigan. Attacks on lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth continue -- and we continue to work together to make it better now.   
 
You might have heard the horrifying news about Michigan lawmakers' new "license to bully" bill. But did you hear about the amazing young people setting out to stop it? Here's your chance to learn about and join the national movement to make it better
 
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(4) 2012 Pride Foundation Scholarship applications are due January 31 - AK, OR, ID, MT, WA
 
Pride Foundation would like to encourage students of any age or sexual orientation from Alaska, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Washington who are pursuing any post-secondary education (including community college, public or private colleges & universities, trade apprenticeships, or certificate programs) to consider applying for our scholarships!
 
For more information go to http://www.pridefoundation.org/pride-foundation-scholarships-apply-online-today/.
 
 
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