Unraveling Bias: A Bias Response Certification for K-12 Educators

Our updated Unraveling Bias and Bullying training series is designed to empower K -12 educators and school leaders with essential tools to combat both bias and bullying within educational settings.

In a recent Minnesota case, a middle school student experienced repeated racial harassment and bullying from her peers over several months. Despite her parents’ ongoing reports to school leadership, the harassment continued largely unchecked. Following an investigation, state officials determined that the district had violated the Minnesota Human Rights Act by failing to stop or sufficiently address the harassment in a timely manner. This led to a significant settlement, underscoring the critical role schools play in protecting students’ physical, emotional, and academic well-being.

This 2-hour interactive training is designed to equip K-12 educators, administrators, and support staff with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, identify, and address similar incidents of racial harassment and bias. The session combines legal requirements, policy best practices, and real-world lessons drawn from the Minnesota case to give participants a comprehensive roadmap for fostering a safe and inclusive educational environment.

• Gain a solid understanding of the Minnesota Human Rights Act and learn how it applies to all school-based professionals.
• Explore essential reporting procedures and practical steps to take when students report harassment, bullying, or discriminatory behavior.
• Examine the recent Minnesota case in detail, identifying how policy breakdowns contributed to continued harassment—and how similar oversights can be prevented.
• Develop a proactive action plan to encourage respectful interactions among students, staff, and community members.
• Acquire culturally responsive strategies to help school teams address the underlying biases and systemic issues that can contribute to harassment.

By the end of this session, educators will be better prepared to meet not only their legal obligations but also their ethical duty to safeguard every child’s right to learn in a secure, supportive setting.

Whether you are a teacher looking to enhance your classroom practices or an administrator tasked with driving district-wide change, this training will provide the tools and insights needed to create a positive and equitable school culture.

• Teachers and Classroom Aides: Gain actionable tools to respond effectively and compassionately to incidents of bias or harassment.
• School Administrators and Principals: Learn to develop, implement, and oversee district-wide policies aligned with legal mandates.
• Counselors and Support Staff: Enhance strategies for supporting targeted students and building collaborative interventions.
• School Board Members and Policy Leaders: Understand policy implications and how to prioritize resources and initiatives that promote equity and safety.
• Any Staff Involved in Reporting or Responding to Bullying/Harassment: Benefit from comprehensive guidance on meeting both legal and ethical obligations.

• A clear understanding of legal obligations under MHRA and how they impact day-to-day school operations.
• Concrete action steps to improve school policies, reporting structures, and staff training.
• Insights into root causes of harassment and discrimination, along with strategies to prevent their escalation.
• Confidence in identifying, intervening in, and resolving instances of bullying and bias.
• Tools to embed inclusive practices schoolwide, ensuring each student feels valued and supported.

• Training Handbook: Outlining the key statutes, incident response flowcharts, and checklists for compliance
• Case Study Summary: Detailing the recent Minnesota incident’s timeline and policy failings
• Resource Guide: Links to official guidance from state agencies, best-practice frameworks, and continuing education opportunities
• Sample Templates: Reporting forms, parent communication scripts, and anti-harassment policy guidelines

2-Hour Session: Can be delivered LIVE or On-Demand

Included with Registration:

Access to all session materials (available by digital download)

Group Discounts: Available for teams of five or more to encourage broader district participation.

With a focus on prevention, intervention, and legal compliance, this training equips educators with the necessary tools to create a school climate where every student can thrive—free from bullying, bias, and harassment.

Event Venue

Online