Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Adams Middle School (AMS) PTSA is dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and supportive environment through a lens of racial, gender, and social equity, ensuring that all students, staff, and families have the opportunity to thrive. To further this commitment, a DEI Chair is appointed to the AMS PTSA Executive Board, leading a DEI Committee in advancing and maintaining these values.
DEI COMMITTEE GOALS
REPRESENTATION
Make every effort to foster a PTSA board and membership that are inclusive and reflective of its school community
INCLUSIVITY
Encourage PTA activities and communications at schools that are representative and inclusive of all families
ADVOCACY
Support and advocate for activities and practices that eliminate bias, prejudice, and inequities within the school community
COMMUNITY
Encourage families to build relationships with their teachers and school leadership and share opportunities to broaden students’ exposure to various histories and cultures not currently represented in school activities.
RESOURCES
Adams MS PTSA in partnership with the Redondo Beach Council PTA is happy to introduce a monthly DEI calendar series celebrating cultural events and recognizing important historical dates. We hope to achieve increased awareness of diverse cultures, foster an inclusive environment, and provide educational opportunities for students and families. Kindly see the monthly calendar linked below:
Monthly DEI Calendar
To complement its monthly DEI calendar series, the Redondo Beach Council PTA has curated children's books on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for K-12. Kindly see the monthly recommendations linked below:
DEI Book Nook
GET INVOLVED!
To learn more or to join the Adams PTSA Diversity Committee, please email our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Standing Committee Chair, Lorelei Duterte Grabarsky at [email protected].