IDEA - Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Awareness
Goal #1
School Town of Munster to be recognized as a school that celebrates diversity as a strength. Foster a better sense of community among all cultures and socio-economic levels. Celebrating Cultural Holidays, such as Women’s History Month, Black History Month, and Day of the Dead with decorations, announcements and events.
Goal #2
Establish a Mission Statement for our group. Expand communication from our group – print, video or podcast and distribute to students, teachers, and all stakeholders.
Goal #3
Formal and frequent feedback from students. Changes can happen immediately as opposed to at the end of the year. Regular surveys for students to critique and provide feedback.
Goal #4
Frequent and intentional time for all staff to reflect on student learning, relationship-building, and confronting any personal biases that could impact their relationships with their students. Finding resources. Develop teachers’ abilities to have difficult conversations and to create classrooms that are inclusive.
Goal #5
Explore the districts In-School and Out-of-School suspension numbers and explore alternative “discipline” measures used in other districts around the state and country. Where can we improve? How have other districts implemented their programs?