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And remember: Shared Respect is Everyone's Responsibility. Join us in creating climates of respect in our communities whenever and wherever we are.
What is
Operation Respect CT?
Operation Respect CT, a 501c3 non-profit organization established in 2001,
is dedicated to improving the atmosphere for learning in Connecticut schools
by replacing ridicule, bullying and violence with respect and compassion.
The organization collaborates with schools, parents, boards of education
and community-based youth service organizations to provide educators the
opportunities and support to improve their skills at dealing with these
issues.
Operation Respect CT is committed to developing strategic, long-term solutions
to youth violence throughout the state.
Where is the organization located?
For the Operation Respect CT office address, directions and contact information,
click here.
How is Operation Respect CT related to the "Don’t Laugh at
Me" and "Respect Me!" initiatives?
Operation Respect CT sponsors the "Don’t Laugh at Me"
initiative, founded by Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul & Mary. "Don’t
Laugh at Me" is a multi-media curriculum that concentrates on recognizing
intolerance, increasing acceptance and enhancing sensitivity to students’
emotional needs. Operation Respect CT also co-sponsors the "Respect
Me!" initiative.
Are Operation Respect CT training sessions open to anyone? How can I register
for a training session?
Operation Respect CT works with educators, other school staff and volunteers,
parents and community organization staff by providing the 2-day initial
workshop on ways to address the problems of bullying, ridiculing, teasing
and harassing that occur so often in today’s schools. The 2-day
workshops are free. See Professional
Development for scheduals and registration.
What other programs does ORCT offer?
To see the list of programs ORCT offers, click here.
Common themes in the programs include the following:
- What "respect" means, feels like and looks like.
- How the wide spectrum of violence is manifested and how it increases if not managed.
- How to develop a common language of respect.
- What the roles and responsibilities are for adults and for youths in creating safe environments.
- What the roles are for bystanders.
- What the “common values" are that should be supported.
- What must occur to bring one another closer together to seek common understanding and appreciation of each other.
Statewide sessions are held at the same place throughout the year. Locations are chosen to be central to everyone in the state. For the 2004-2005 school year, "Don't Laugh at Me" will be held at Farmington High School and the Farmington Public Library, both on the same campus. "Respect Me!" will be held at the Connecticut Association of Schools. For directions go to the Professional Developement page of our website.
When are the statewide DLAM and RM! sessions held?
Click here to see the statewide introductory training dates for 2005-2006
How do we go about scheduling on-site professional developement sessions?
Contact our office to find a mutually agreeable date and time.
Is DLAM a prerequisite for RM!?
DLAM and RM! are stand alone programs, however it is highly recommneded that adults participate in DLAM prior to bringing a team of students and adults to RM!.
For any other questions you have, please contact us.
