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DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Sharing and celebrating our individual differences bring us together while teaching and modeling values like integrity, kindness, respect, perseverance, and responsibility further strengthen our sense of unity. The result is a cohesive and caring community where children are free to be their authentic selves.

Primary Areas of Focus and Attention

  • Talent Acquisition, Retention & Support
  • Parent Support & Awareness
  • Student Involvement, Education, Awareness & Admission
  • Communication & Global Awareness

THE SCOPE OF DIVERSITY AT CONGRESSIONAL

These aspects of diversity include-but are not limited to:

  • Race
  • Sexual Orientation
  • Gender/Gender Identity and Expression
  • Ethnicity
  • Learning Differences/Styles
  • Age
  • Religion/Spirituality
  • Ability
  • Socioeconomic Status

MISSION STATEMENT

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Congressional School, in partnership with the broader Congressional community - past, present, and future - continuously strives to recognize, respect, engage, and celebrate the individual differences and identities represented in our community. 

We seek to advance diversity of race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, physical ability, or any other distinguishing feature through the recruitment and support of students, faculty, staff, administrators, and Trustees representing diverse identities. 

LEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL GROUP

Our LEAD Middle School Group stands for Leaders in Equity, Advancement, and Diversity. Any students in 6th-8th grade are welcome to join the group during lunch once per rotation. The aim of the group is to educate, celebrate diversity, listen and share opinions in respectful ways, and plan activities for the school around relevant topics. The group is run by several eighth graders who also report back to the school's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee to ensure student voices and opinions are heard at a higher level.

 

 

GSA (Gender Sexuality Alliance) 

Founded in 2021 by a group of 8th grade students, the GSA is an expansion of Congressional School’s DEI work in the middle school. Designed to provide a safe space for middle school students, GSA is for those interested in engaging in dialog to enhance their understanding of gender and sexuality and what it means to them, our community, and the world around them. GSA’s goal is to promote awareness, kindness, safety, and inclusivety where all students can express themselves and their identities.  The club includes three adult mentors, including the School Counselor, who facilitate discussions and ensure group norms are respected.
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DEFINITIONS

Implicit Bias refers to "relatively unconscious and relatively automatic features of prejudiced judgment and social behavior." (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy)

Diversity in the social context refers to "a successful community in which individuals of different race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, socioeconomic status, language, geographical origin, gender and/or sexual orientation bring their different knowledge, background, experience and interest for the benefit of their diverse community." (embracingdiversity.us)

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MISSION

Affinity Groups of Congressional School is a collection of families and staff members linked by a shared identity, interest, or purpose. Our mission is to provide a platform for positive identity exploration, dialogue, support, and empowerment. Together, we strive to enhance inclusivity and understanding within the Congressional Community.