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Community Members Rally to Reinstate DEI Director at Perris Union High School District
Overview: Community members and local organizations attended a Perris Union High School District board meeting to discuss the elimination of positions under the CARES teams and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Department. The decision to eliminate these positions has been criticized by students, district staff, parents, and community members, with concerns about the impact on mental health and academic struggles. CART, NAACP and LULAC representatives argued that the decision undermines the district’s commitment to equality and marginalizes vulnerable groups. The board made no comments or decisions following the comments made by community members.
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The Hemet Unified School District (HUSD) ranks fifth in California for its pre-apprenticeship programs, according to the 2023 California School Dashboard. This ranking reflects HUSD's focus on Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, which prepare students for various careers. The College/Career Indicator (CCI), a tool from the California Department of Education, measures how well high school graduates are prepared for college and careers, and it plays a significant role in this evaluation.
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