The Museum School

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

Regular Meeting (via Zoom) - Monday February 8th, 2021 @7:00 PM

Meeting Minutes

Attendance Summary

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

Welcome and Call to Order

Chair Cassidy called the meeting to order.

Report by Executive Director Kelbaugh

Dr. Kelbaugh introduced TMS's new EDI coordinator, Amber Stewart, to the committee and provided an update on the work Mrs. Stewart has already begun with the faculty and staff. That includes training and working to update teacher applications. Stewart spoke about the need of having clear goals and communicating those effectively to the school community.

Strategic discussion

The committee continued its discussion and review of its EDI goals and work. Chair Cassidy presented her research on how some of the members of the Diverse Charter Schools Coalition highlight their EDI efforts on their school websites. It was noted that a few of these schools have dedicated staff working on EDI efforts and there was a suggestion that the committee and Board could work with the Foundation to identify funds for a permanent position. As part of the discussion, the committee felt it was important to gather stakeholder input on these critical topics and Ms. Stewart said she would formulate a plan for small groups to facilitate this discussion. Mrs. Stewart said she could provide training for those who are able to serve as facilitators for these groups, which would be held in the next few weeks.

The Meeting was Adjourned

The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:30 pm

Motion to adjourn

There was no notable discussion on the motion.