The Museum School

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

Regular Meeting (via Zoom) - Monday December 14th, 2020 @7:00 PM

Meeting Minutes

Attendance Summary

Name Status Arrival Time Departure Time
Kelly Swinks present member On Time At Adjournment
Janaun Ivy present member On Time At Adjournment
Katherine Kelbaugh present member On Time At Adjournment
Tristin Albertsman present member On Time At Adjournment
Andy Huff not present member
Christina Cassidy present chair On Time At Adjournment
Zach Robison present member On Time At Adjournment

Welcome and Call to Order

The meeting will be called to order.

Report by Executive Director Kelbaugh

Dr. Kelbaugh provided an extensive update on recent EDI efforts at TMS. She began by discussing the limited reopening plan, which was crafted with an equity lens to ensure that families who need face-to-face learning the most would be prioritized. Kelbaugh also discussed the hiring of a new EDI consultant who will work closely with the staff EDI team on key initiatives this year and also provide important training for the staff. And Kelbaugh shared a presentation conducted by Gwinnett County's leadership on that district's equity and diversity efforts.

General discussion

The committee discussed ways to promote the hiring of the new EDI consultant and decided that this would provide a good opportunity for an update to the school's EDI page. Committee member Tristin offered to handle the write up, which should be available sometime in January. The committee also discussed the new to have a broader strategic discussion about EDI efforts and goals. Chair to do some research related to other school efforts and lead a discussion at the next board meeting related to an updated strategic plan.

Adjourn

The Meeting was Adjourned

The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:46 pm

Motion to adjourn

By: Christina Cassidy Seconded by: Kelly Swinks

There was no notable discussion on the motion.