Equity & Inclusivity

Our district's equity efforts are guided by district policy 100.1: Inclusive Excellence Policy and SCASD Board of Directors AntiRacism Resolution. Both can be found here:

• Inclusive Excellence Policy
• SCASD AntiRacism Resolution 

Below, please find SCASD's current working definition of Equity:

Equity – In short, equity is best defined to mean “more for those who need it,” with a specific focus on historically marginalized groups. There is a common misunderstanding that the terms equity and equality can be used interchangeably. Whereas equality allows equal access to resources and opportunities and is important for educational success, equity accounts for the fact that some need more resources than others. That is, we must intentionally adjust inputs into the educational system and identify and systematically remove barriers to access which will include: providing greater resources, targeting professional learning for educators, and adopting culturally responsive educational practices and processes.

Resources

• Parent & Caregiver Equity Resources
• How to Respond to Coronavirus Racism
• Readings to Embrace Race, Provide Solace & Do Good
• How White Parents Can Talk to Their Kids About Race
• Teaching Your Kids About Black History
• Your Kids Aren't Too Young To Talk About Race: Resource Roundup
• Talking Race With Young Children
• Anti-racism Resources for White People

Equity & Inclusivity Lessons Taught Through Social-Emotional Learning at MNE

Kindergarten: It's Okay to Be Different

1st Grade: Red: A Crayon's Story

2nd Grade: One

3rd Grade: All Are Welcome

4th Grade: Not So Different

5th Grade: Undefeated