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Action Item
DATE: Tuesday, December 7, 2010
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Adoption of Proclamation, "Human Rights Week," December 6-10, 2010 (Student Services and Federal Programs Division)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on December 10, 1948. This declaration indicates that respect for human rights and human dignity "is the foundation of freedom, justice, and peace in the world." The declaration contains 30 articles detailing rights afforded to all human beings ranging from being born free and equal to the assertion that no one can take away another's human rights.

The observance of "Human Rights Week" December 6-10, 2010, commemorates our District's recognition that it takes a cooperative effort among students, parents/guardians, staff, and community members to produce an atmosphere of tolerance and acceptance. 

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Promote a culture of safety, which is free from harassment, bullying, and aggression
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  No)
None
EVALUATION
N/A
SUBMITTED BY: 
Tracy Schatzberg, Ed.D., Supervisor   Gwendolyn L. Luney
Psychological Services
(813) 273-7095
  Assistant Superintendent, Student Services and Federal Programs
(813) 272-4879
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20101207_432 (Board Meeting) * Section C Item# 01