ADVISORY COMMITTEE

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

The committees' charge is to develop a mission statement for the committee, adopt definitions, and establish goals. The DEI committee will report monthly to the Board of Education.

SAS STUDENTS + STAFF | DEI ACTIVITIES

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Teaching + Learning

Inclusive Language Guide (Northwestern University)

Harvest Elementary Diversity Book List

Policy + Procedures

Resources Coming Soon!

Behavior + Discipline

Resources Coming Soon!

COMMUNITY MEMBERS

Shimul Bhuva
Afifa Corrigan
Marissa Dawson
Andre Harding
Lauren Hornberger
Keith Koebel
Jessica Lefort
Chris Mann
Smita Nagpal
Danielle Nicholls-Slovinski
Krissy Parra
Elizabeth Soto
Channon Washington
Melissa Zaksek

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS

Susan Estep
Paul Hynek
Michael McVey

SAS STAFF MEMBERS

Kirstin Houghan (Heritage)
Tara Chambers (Saline Middle School)
Chris Trainor (Saline High School)

SAS ADMINISTRATION MEMBERS

Scot Graden
Steve Laatsch
Curt Ellis
Laura Washington

Social Justice Training at WISD

The Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) has created opportunities for educator learning and growth around issues of race, class, gender, sexual orientation, culture, and diversity. This Social Justice Core Training is an in-depth professional learning series for educators passionate about social justice issues.

The following teachers, instructional designers, and administrators at Saline Area Schools have already participated:

Elementary Teachers/Staff: Kirstin Houghan, Julie Myers, Natalie D’Amico, Joel Benedek, Jaime Cady, Jenn Nelson, Tina D'Andrea, Olivia Arnett, Trina Bell, Lorrie Welzbacker, Bekah Lantis, Deb Smith, Megan Stephenson, Katie Knoedler, Allison Mayer, Cindy Larsen, Terri Pickett, Amanda Bohle, Nicole Toth
Secondary Teachers/Staff: Kelly Tressler, Tara Chambers, Melanie Scott, Kiersten Gawronski, Jamie Vollrath, Jen Denzin, Matt Hamilton, Ari Frink, Bill Elliott, Brian Lampman, Laura Mayers, Natalie Freeburn, Gerry Harrison, Bridgette Sparks, Chris Trainor, Julie Strieter, Sam Wiener, Wendy Dorset, Sarah Weist, Kim Munn, Chelsey Anatsoff, Katie Huang, Rachel Aulisa, Victoria Drotar, Trish Fair
Instructional Designers: Kara Davis
Administrators: Scot Graden, David Raft, Steve Laatsch, Laura Washington, Emily Sickler, Alex Schukow, Michelle Szczechowicz

VISION

Establish a vision for systemic & strategic implementation of DEI Principles over multiple years to build capacity & organizational awareness.

CHARGE

Through continuing education, develop a clear definition of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as it relates to the Saline Area School community; and advocate for a culturally inclusive curriculum and a safe and supportive environment for SAS students and staff

MISSION STATEMENT

In alignment with the SAS Mission and Vision, we commit to fostering an educational community where every member feels welcomed, heard, valued and respected. Using best practices in education, collaboration, and sound reasoning, we encourage personal growth within all individuals in our community and an educational environment that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI).

By Diversity, we mean…embracing, honoring and celebrating the wide array of differences within us including, but not limited to, race, age, sex, body type, gender expression, gender identity, color, socioeconomic class, ethnicity, language, culture, sexual orientation, nation of origin/citizenship, religion/spirituality, and disability).

By Equity, we mean…ensuring fairness within our educational community and addressing the inequalities that may exist with our historically marginalized communities. Each and EVERY member in our educational community will have the opportunity, resources, and support to thrive and grow.

By Inclusion, we mean...Encouraging, promoting, and sustaining a true sense of belonging and empowerment for each member of our educational community, especially those who are historically marginalized.