Hudson City Schools to Enhance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Here's How It Affects Our Community

The Hudson City School District is introducing new strategies to improve its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The district aims to provide a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all students, valuing their diverse backgrounds.

The new DEI strategies will involve voices from all schools, with a variety of employees serving as stakeholders. The district's DEI efforts will follow the New York State Education Department’s DEI Policy and Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education Framework. The district is reforming its DEI Committee, which will include ten members serving for one year, along with school district leadership. This committee will develop and implement strategies, training, and programs.

The DEI Committee will have a clear mission, meeting times, and a timeline for action. The committee will have specific criteria for applicants, with defined tasks, expectations, and a reporting structure. Applications for the committee will open in the first week of January, with interviews and the first meeting to follow.

The district aims for transparency in its efforts, seeking to promote accountability and encourage feedback. External partners, such as parents, businesses, and civic organizations, will also contribute to the initiative's success. Both external and internal DEI Community members will meet regularly to share feedback, review data, and plan action steps.

The district has received positive feedback on the new initiative. Leaders have undergone training, and faculty and staff will receive training in the spring. The district will track progress with evaluations, surveys, and metrics. The Hudson City School District sees the DEI efforts as a key way to support academic priorities. The district invites everyone to help create an environment where each student’s dignity is valued.

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