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Offenders and Sentencing by Gender: Are Females Treated Differently?
Is there a Gender Gap in Crime and Sentencing? The gender gap in crime and sentencing is a pressing issue. It is a reflection of the...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Jun 22, 20234 min read
Effective Communication in the Workplace: Tips for Dealing with Difficult Employees
When it comes to managing difficult employees, effective communication is key. Whether you're dealing with a bad attitude, undesirable...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
May 31, 20233 min read
Child Sexual Abuse Prevention in Youth-Serving Organizations
Child safety should be the top priority for any organization. Protecting the children and ensuring their well-being is both a moral...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
May 16, 20232 min read
The Art of Giving Constructive Feedback: Why Employees Want Corrective Feedback
Constructive feedback is an essential part of any workplace culture. It helps managers and employees identify areas where they need to...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
May 2, 20233 min read
What is Erin's Law? Understanding the History and Requirements
Child sexual abuse is a serious problem that affects millions of children each year in the United States. To combat this issue, states...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Apr 20, 20234 min read
The Power of Effective Communication in Leadership
Effective communication is the cornerstone of successful leadership. By communicating effectively, leaders can establish strong...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Mar 30, 20235 min read
Preparing for the New Title IX regulations: What changes are coming?
Title IX is constantly evolving. In May 2020, the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) released...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Mar 14, 20234 min read
Disability and Age Application to Title IX
Title IX is a federal civil rights law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in education and requires the prompt, thorough...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Feb 28, 20234 min read
How to Handle and Investigate Concerns, Complaints and Rumors
Upon receipt of a concern, complaint, or rumor, a school district must conduct a timely, comprehensive, and impartial investigation. The...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Feb 16, 20236 min read
How do I protect my district from a civil suit?
Every year, school districts and educational institutions around the country spend hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars on legal...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Jan 30, 20236 min read
Transgender Athlete Laws by State
2022 and 2023 have seen a major shift in the way transgender athletes may compete in sporting events. In some states, there are laws that...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Jan 23, 202313 min read
How to Give Constructive Feedback: Best Practices for Managers
Employees want managers to provide them feedback on how to improve their skills and performance. Feedback is so impactful that it...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Jan 18, 20234 min read
Ensuring Safety and Security: Before and After School Supervision
Schools have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of their students. This concept dates back to Title IX,...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Jan 2, 20237 min read
What are the Signs of Bullying?
Bullying is an intentional, hurtful behavior that occurs repeatedly over time, typically in the form of physical aggression or verbal...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Dec 15, 20226 min read
Gender Identity, Pronouns, and the National Sex Education Standards
The subject of gender identity and pronouns can be complex. The questions outlined below and more need to be contemplated by school...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Nov 28, 20226 min read
How do I investigate a sexual harassment case in schools?
You are a school district administrator and you just received a complaint about sexual harassment between your students and/or employees....
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Nov 15, 20227 min read
Transgender Athletes: Accommodations and Considerations
As schools strive to create an environment that is inclusive of all students, it is important to consider the needs of transgender...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Nov 3, 20224 min read
What School Administrators Should Know About Transgender Students and Bathrooms
Transgender students are a small and often invisible minority. Most of them want to stay that way so they can avoid being teased or...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Oct 11, 20228 min read
Should Private Schools Worry About Title IX?
What exactly is Title IX? Put simply, it's a law that prohibits sex discrimination under any education program or activity receiving...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Sep 28, 20225 min read
Reducing the Risk of Sexual Harassment and Abuse
This time of year, there is always excitement in the air with the approach of a new school year. As students begin returning to school,...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Sep 1, 20223 min read
Title IX Turns 50
Fifty years ago in 1972 Richard Nixon signed into law Title IX, a federal law to address a void in gender equality and discrimination...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Jun 23, 20223 min read
Employee Appreciation Helps Employee Retention
March 4, is Employee Appreciation Day! While it may seem a little silly that a simple day to say thank you could help your company or...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Mar 3, 20223 min read
The 5 Pillars of Authentic Communication that Improve Teacher Retention
During the pandemic, teachers had to adapt in unprecedented ways - using synchronous and asynchronous instruction, establishing virtual...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Feb 25, 20224 min read
Title IX Lessons Learned
“I should have felt safe at Myers Park High School and I did not.” - former student. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, North...
Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, Ph.D.
Jan 6, 20222 min read
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