Received this today from my daughter’s school district, which is very diverse economically and raciallly.
Dear xx Schools Community:
We in xx Schools Belong and Thrive together. Yesterday, we celebrated the incredible support and generosity of our community, which approved bond and mill levy proposals for our schools and students. While we are so happy and humbled by this support for our students and for education, the end of this election season has also reminded us of the deep divisions our country is experiencing. Many in our own community, including our own families and students, have concerns and are fearful for the future. Although our country has a long way to go to building trust and healing the hurt caused by such a divisive election season, we deeply believe that we as a country have more in common than what divides us.
Our mission at xx Schools has not changed – we will prepare ALL students for success through learning, leading, engagement, and action. As we always have, we will continue to welcome all families and educate all children in our community.
Education is the key to success for our students and to the long term prosperity for all of us. It helps us to find common ground and bring respect and understanding, rather than anger and fear.
As you do your own reflecting in the days ahead, please know that our teachers, school leaders and support staff at xx Schools are there for your students and families. We remain committed, now more than ever, to the inclusion, love, care, and respect of our fellow neighbors – and especially to our students. Our students are a vital part of our community, and we will continue to advocate for them to ensure their success and well-being.
We encourage our community, our teachers, and school leaders to create safe spaces where hopes, fears and differences can be discussed. In support of these conversations, we wanted to provide a set of resources for educators and families (please see further below).
We have much to look forward to and be proud of in xx Schools where we all Belong and Thrive. We are so encouraged by the support we have experienced in our community. Please know that we will continue the important work of providing our students with the best educational opportunities now and in the days ahead.