Dr. Peter DeWitt (Ed.D.) has been a principal in Upstate, NY since 2006. Prior to being a principal, he taught elementary school in several city schools for eleven years. Peter blogs at Finding Common Ground for Education Week. He is a freelance writer for Vanguard Magazine (SAANYS) and the International Center for Leadership in Education (ICLE) where he is also an educational consultant. Peter has presented at state and national conferences around the U.S. His presentations focus on struggling learners as well as safeguarding LGBT students and other social justice topics. He did his doctoral dissertation on the subject of safeguarding LGBT students. His book entitled Dignity for All: Safeguarding LGBT Students was published by Corwin Press in March of 2012. His articles have appeared in education journals at the state, national and international level. He has written for Principal Magazine, Education Week, Educational Leadership, ASCD Whole Child and ASCD Express. He has been interviewed by the American Association of School Administrators (AASA), the National Education Association (NEA) the Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) and ABCnews.com. In addition, Peter is an adjunct professor in the Graduate School of Education at the College of Saint Rose. From January of '08 through August '11, he was the educational consultant for News Channel 13 (WNYT, NBC Affiliate). He did parenting segments with reporter Subrina Dhammi and education segments with anchor/reporter Elaine Houston. Reviews "Dignity for All is a wise book that will help administrators, teachers, and parents work together to make sure that our schools are welcoming for all our students. Every school has an obligation to create an environment in which all students are encouraged to develop their talents to the fullest. Peter DeWitt's thoughtful book provides the insight and ideas to lead the way in including LGBT students." Diane Ravitch "All learners who enter the schoolhouse door deserve to find there adults who receive them with eagerness and optimism, work diligently to understand their strengths and needs, and create an environment that maximizes their development. In this book, a group of students that is often little understood and frequently maligned finds a voice. Educators whose reach extends to every student will discover here a deeper understanding of these students' needs as well as sound advice on addressing those needs." Carol Ann Tomlinson "School leaders set the tone and define the culture of their buildings. Peter DeWitt offers an important resource for teachers and administrators that will help create a positive culture and an inclusive school for all students." Todd Whitaker "Dignity for All provides educators with critical information on the experiences of LGBTstudents in our schools and how to create safe and affirming spaces for theseyouth. Grounded in his experience as a teacher and school administrator, Peter DeWitt makes vital knowledge accessible for those on the front lines in schools." Eliza Byard, PhD, Executive Director, Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN).