Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Prospect Sierra’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Statement

DEI Vision

We aspire to create a world where everyone thrives and is a changemaker who contributes to this creation of an equitable and inclusive world.

DEI Mission

Every day we commit to teaching and practicing equity and inclusion so that children build perspective and develop skills to make positive change in the world as these changemakers.

DEI Philosophy

Identity matters to our sense of belonging and ability to learn. Diversity of thought, identity, and culture leads to more effective and creative problem solving whether it is at the kindergarten math table or at the UN.

Therefore we cultivate an inspiring and nurturing educational community that:

• recognizes and celebrates our differences joyfully
• promotes understanding
• deepens our shared commitment to social justice and service to others
• sustains our courage to do this work together

In addition to strengthening interpersonal relationships, we recognize that building a better world requires:

• identifying and understanding past and present systemic inequities
• examining power and privilege at all levels
• having the courage to make change

We face combating injustice and discrimination with the same intention we apply to learning new academic skills. Our curriculum integrates perspective taking and problem-solving skills that are reinforced daily by all members of our community to challenge our assumptions and biases and provide opportunities to take risks by stretching beyond our comfort zones. We believe that these skills are as vital in the classroom as they are in life.

Approved by the Prospect Sierra Board of Trustees May 16, 2018.

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