Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The mission of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Department is to create and sustain a safe, caring, and inclusive environment within our school district community so that all students, families, and staff feel welcomed, valued, and supported. We are committed to ensuring all students, families, and staff have access to resources that create and sustain an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment for all. We recognize and advocate that equity is a shared responsibility and must be supported and guided by all levels of leadership.
Our Vision
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Department will lead from a role of influence with our district core values passion, respect, integrity that fosters and embrace diversity and equitable outcomes through shared responsibility for:
- Culture – creating a diverse, equitable, collaborative culture built on strong partnerships within and outside the district toward shared goals.
- Climate – creating a climate of access and inclusion for all by preparing, inviting, and welcoming people into an environment where everyone can thrive.
- Instruction – actively and intentionally using instructional models and practices that include content reflecting diverse ways of knowing, being, and experiencing the world.
- Systems – creating system accountability by continuously evaluating progress toward the district’s vision for equity and diversity, and engaging in ongoing individual and institutional reflection and collaboration to build capacity and integrate learning into our culture and infrastructure.
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Student Advocacy & Pride in EPS
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Messages from DEI
EPS Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge the original inhabitants of this area, the sduhubš* people, and their successors, the Tulalip Tribes.
Since time immemorial, they have hunted, fished, gathered on, and taken care of these lands and waters. We respect their sovereignty, their right to self-determination, and honor their sacred spiritual connection with the land and water.
In Everett Public Schools, we strive to create equitable outcomes and build a culture of inclusive belonging for all students, teachers, staff, and community.
*(Lushootseed pronunciation of sduhubš: sdoh-HOHBSH)