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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Adams Middle School PTSA is committed to fostering an enriching and supporting climate
with a racial, gender, and social equity lens that allows all students, staff, and families to thrive.
The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee's goals are:
 
REPRESENTATION
​Make every effort to foster a PTSA board and membership that are inclusive and reflective of its school community
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INCLUSIVITY
Encourage PTA activities and communications at schools that are representative and inclusive of all families
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ADVOCACY
Support and advocate for activities and practices that eliminate bias, prejudice, and inequities within the school community
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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.
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].

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:

 

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:

Podcast Episodes Focused on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Do you want to talk to your kids about issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion, but are not sure where to start? Check out these episodes National PTA podcast Notes from the Backpack, A Podcast for Parents, by Parents. 

Through the unique combination of expert, parent and educator guests, each episode features engaging conversations that offer real-life advice and ideas on how to support children’s learning and development—all in parent-friendly language.