Diversity and Multiculturalism
Diversity Policy Statement Diversity is a core value at King. At King, we are enriched through our appreciation of diversity’s many faces including gender, race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, physical ability, talent, or learning style. By honoring cultural differences and intellectual diversity, we create a vibrant learning community where each person is valued. King values a community in which each individual strives for wisdom and goodness found in a deep understanding of equity, fairness, and cultural inclusion. Rooted in respect and personal responsibility, the School’s culture offers a supportive and reflective environment that embraces diversity as central to educational excellence. We honor these values as essential to preparing our students for lives of leadership and achievement in our global society. At King, we support our commitment with action. We work to build a community that is truly diverse. Proactively and consistently, we challenge stereotypes, create awareness, and develop educational programs that are informed by, and responsive to, our values. We model these values in the School’s activities and affairs. We arm our students with an understanding and appreciation for diversity that prepares them to be thoughtful and successful citizens of the world.
Message from the Dean of Community Affairs A key aspect of King’s Mission is to ensure that the ideals of equity, inclusivity and justice espoused in the broader mission are inherent in the relationships, practices and activities of King students, Faculty, and Staff. We fulfill the mission by:
• Fostering a campus climate which is built upon inclusiveness, mutual respect, education, appreciation, and understanding. • Informing the King Community on diversity and multiculturalism efforts. • Encouraging an awareness and appreciation of diversity. • Facilitating the integration of diversity into curricular and co-curricular offerings. • Creating safe, respectful, and consistent opportunities on campus to discuss diverse perspectives. King is committed to shaping a strong multicultural community while promoting an understanding of cultural diversity for the King community as a whole. We coordinate activities that encourage exploration of one’s identity, culture and heritage. We celebrate the hidden gifts of all our families.
Programs Speaker Series
Committees & Student Affinity Groups
Mix it Up Lunch
Parent Diversity Council
Multicultural Fair
Faculty and Staff Diversity Council
Diversity Dialogues
Multicultural Families Events
Fairchester Diversity Practitioners Milestones
Conferences New England Conference On Multicultural Education NAIS - National Association of Independent Schools POCC – People Of Color Conference SDLC – Student Diversity Leadership Conference White Privilege Conference CAIS - Connecticut Association of Independent Schools CODIS - Commission on Diversity in Independent Schools
To learn more about Diversity and Multiculturalism at King, please contact our Community Affairs office: Lise Leist Dean of Community Affairs (203) 322-3496, Ext. 357 lleist@klht.org Keeniun Brumskill Associate Dean of Community Affairs, Middle School (203) 322-3496, Ext. 397 kbrumskill@klht.org Amanda Friedman Associate Dean of Community Affairs, Upper School (203) 322-3496, Ext. 414 akfriedman@klht.org Mike Little Assistant to the Dean of Community Affairs, Lower School (203) 322-3496, Ext. 375 mlittle@klht.org