As educators, it is our duty and commitment to always provide a safe space where students feel they can be open about their own self-expression and feel affirmed & supported within their identities. A school must be a place where children can feel safe, explore, and grow. Read about West End Day School's message in response to the Parent Rights in Education Bill passing in the Florida Senate.
The Addition of “B” to the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Pillar of Our Program
We were thrilled to hear from Lucy, a beloved West End Day School alum and now junior in public high school in North Carolina.
We were fortunate to have the opportunity to join Dr. Clint Smith and the leaders and faculty members within the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) in a community conversation about Dr. Clint Smith’s #1 New York Times best seller.
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