Changes to Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) Calculator
The COLA Suspension Calculator calculates your total losses over the course of your expected lifetime as a result of having the cost-of-living adjustment suspended for five years at the beginning of your retirement. The following calculator is written in Microsoft Excel and is required for use:
·Understand the terms “Insiders” and “Outsiders” when discussing identity groups
·Examine how differences can result in negative “Insider and Outsider” relationships
·Identify the “Insiders” and “Outsiders” in your school, district, and/or association
·Explore ways you can work to change the dynamics of social oppression
This training was developed by the National Education Association and led by JCTA Teacher Cadre members;2.5 hours PD credit; dinner provided; Wednesday, May 3rd. Register at PD Central.
·Define “diversity competence” and explore its various stages
·Identify how the lack of diversity competence offends individuals/groups
·Explore methods to enhance communication when we have been offended
·Develop action plans to apply diversity principles in our own environments
This training was developed by the National Education Association and is led by JCTA Teacher Cadre members; 2.5 hours PD credit; dinner provided; Wednesday, May 10th. Register on PD Central.
