Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee

Diversity Equity Inclusion Meetings

Email dei@viewridgeschool.org for a link to our zoom meetings.

Family Resources

Table of Contents

Mission and Responsibilities

Our focus is on Diversity (all kinds of people), Equity (fair opportunities for everyone), and Inclusion (Welcoming Everyone). Our vision is educational justice for every child at View Ridge Elementary

We strive to :

Provide a space to listen to, engage with, and connect DIVERSE families and community members with the PTA
Advocate for EQUITABLE opportunities and practices for School and PTA sponsored activities
Ensure INCLUSION in access to school, resources, and activities

As part of this work we will:

Develop guidance for examining existing and future PTSA programming through an Equity Lens
Support the work of the View Ridge Staff’s Equity Committee
Participate in the Northend PTSA Social Justice and Equity Partnership to leverage learnings and collaborative efforts with our neighboring NE Seattle schools
Advocate for families who need support.

Heritage Months & Celebrating Diversity

Monthly Features for DEI

September: Hispanic / Latino Heritage Month

October: Disability Awareness Month

November: National Native American Heritage Month

December: Human Rights Awareness Month

January: Martin Luther King, Jr. / Civil Rights

February: Black History Month + Black Lives Matter at School