West Northfield School District 31

Anti-Racism Resolution
Approved July 16, 2020

Whereas, the West Northfield School District 31 Board of Education and Administration is deeply saddened by the senseless and tragic deaths throughout our nation that have resulted from racism; and

Whereas, the Board is expressly opposed to racial discriminaton; and is committed to promoting an environment where racial discrimination does not affect students’ well-being; and has previously recognized that any form of racial discrimination or harassment can be devastating to an individual’s academic progress, social relationship, and/or personal sense of self-worth; and the Board is committed to its policy of not tolerating racial discrimination or harassment; and

Whereas, the Board is committed to ensuring equal educational opportunities available to all students without regard to race; and is committed to providing an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment in which racial diversity is valued; and

Whereas, the Board is committed to a culture of continuous improvement, which drives the fulfillment of our mission to provide an educational program that maximizes the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of each child in a safe and nurturing environment.

Now Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Board of Education of West Northfield School District 31 that the Board recognizes that racism affects our entire society; and the Board condemns racism and reiterates its rejection of racist and other hateful behavior and language;

Be It Further Resolved that the Board will continue to progress as an equity-oriented school district by continuing to identify actions to further enhance diversity and ensure anti-racism in education; and that school leadership shall identify objectives, through the 2020-2021 Equity Audit, to further advance equity and report outcomes to the Board.

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