Awareness of your own values, attitudes, biases and how they affect those of non-dominant culture. Appreciation of diverse cultures and belief yours is not better.

Greet the Giver
"Dear Aunt Sallie"

It is a simple courtesy, demonstrates kindness, shows others you are thoughtful.

Any act that has the effect of humiliating, degrading, abusing, embarrassing, or demeaning a student OR any activity that could have negative impact on student health

Express your Gratitude
"Thank you so much for the slippers."

Draw on board

Harsh or discriminatory belief or practice where a person favors one characteristic (usually their own) over another

Discuss Use
"It gets chilly here in the winter, so they will get a lot of use.

Research company, practice responses to common questions, bring pad of paper

A series of questions to ask yourself when facing a moral dilemma.

Mention past, allude to future
"It was great to see you at my birthday party, and I hope to see you at Christmas."

Arrive early, no perfume or excessive piercings, professional dress, firm handshake, positive attitude, show confidence, good eye contact, frame negatives as positive, close strong

Direct physical, direct verbal, indirect

Grace/Regards
"Thanks again for your gift. Love,"

Write a thank you note, don't be a pest calling too often.