Posts Tagged ‘diversity’
Black History Month Presentation with James King, Jr.
Explorer West Middle School had an amazing guest, James King Jr., for a special Black History Month assembly. Mr. King is a social justice advocate and a community leader, and we are fortunate that he has worked with Explorer West as an outdoor education trip leader. First, the students were given lists of items for…
Read MorePOCIS Equity and Inclusion Virtual Speaker Series: DATE CHANGE Feb 15, 2024
Please note: This event has been moved from February 8 to February 15. When: 5:00 PM to 6:15 PM, Thursday, February 15, 2024 Don’t forget to register for this conversation with Dr. Bernice King. As members of the People of Color in Independent School (POCIS) group, we are excited to share this upcoming event…
Read MoreIndigenous People’s Day at Explorer West
Monday was a special day at our school as we celebrated Indigenous People’s Day. It’s vital for us to take time to honor and learn about the Indigenous communities we live, work, and learn among. We were fortunate to have Alaina Capoeman and her daughter, Ravena, present at our assembly. Alaina shared some history and personal…
Read MoreEquity & Inclusion Virtual Speaker Series
Elevating Conversations on Equity and Inclusion Have you heard about POCIS Seattle’s Equity and Inclusion Virtual Speaker Series? This series is all about bringing people together to connect, learn, and engage in topics about equity, inclusion, and racism. The People of Color in Independent Schools (POCIS) Seattle’s Equity and Inclusion Virtual Speaker Series is an…
Read MoreTreasuring Diversity at Explorer West Middle School
Explorer West believes diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to creating a vibrant and thriving community. We are committed to celebrating the diversity of our student body, promoting inclusion, and ensuring that every student feels seen, heard, and valued… it’s right there in our mission statement! Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in…
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