10:15 - 11:35 am

The first interactive session of the conference day involves informal group discussions of students from all over the state led by trained student facilitators. In these discussion groups, students have a chance to speak their mind about diversity issues they are facing in their schools and communities. It is also the best opportunity during the day for students to meet one-on-one with other conference participants.

Volunteer student facilitators lead discussions on school climate, diversity, cliques, socio-economic issues, and stereotypes. Lunch is served at this time as well. Due to security reasons an adult must sit in on every discussion; however, this adult will not participate.

While students are in their discussion groups, faculty advisors meet to have their own discussion on diversity, education, and other school issues. Lunch is provided to them at this time as well.

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