BEE Newsletter

As we look forward to time to rest and recharge after this semester, I value this opportunity to reflect on some moments of joy that came from the celebrations and milestones and the healing and growth that resulted from important and challenging conversations our community has engaged in this spring.

As the school year comes to a close, this provides a wonderful opportunity to reflect on how the BEE has been buzzing around campus. The BEE has been very active this year in providing professional development opportunities for our faculty and staff, as well as supporting colleagues in honing their craft and, of course, being a resource for our students.

As we close the second year for the Office of Belonging, Equity, and Excellence, there has been iterative improvement and growth as we continue to work toward our diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging goals. The buckets of work this year centered around: strategic planning, culture and climate, and student support. 

As we look forward to the necessary rest and time to recharge after this semester, I value this opportunity to share some moments of joy that come from the celebrations, the healing, and the important and challenging conversations our community has engaged in this year so far.

If you are like me, you can't believe we are already in December! It seems just like yesterday I was in Bannan Theater, welcoming every student into the new school year. Thinking back on it, that was a great experience.

Recently, our faculty and staff completed a culture and climate survey. The survey served multiple functions.

Please come to the first Affinity Groups X Period on Tuesday, Sept. 19, to learn more about why these groups are a vital part of supporting and empowering all members of a school community.

Just like that, the 2022-23 school year is coming to a close! Since our last newsletter, we have been one busy BEE, working diligently at expanding our offerings for the school community and taking note on what has been effective and what provides room for growth. There were many new programs and activities this year, and I would love to take the time to shine a light on a few.