Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
(DEI)

"Equality is leaving the door open for anyone who has the means to approach it.   Equity is ensuring there is a pathway to that door for those that need it."

     -Caroline Belden

Meet your NSES Equity Committee!

We began our new equity commitee in March 2023.  We are thrilled to introduce Karima Abida, Katie Villatoro, Jenna Truong, Will Pluff, Kristina Torrico, Maura Madigan, and Jen Delboy as our school's equity representatives.  Stay tuned for our first big project in August 2023! 

Equity at North Springfield Elementary Presentation - March 9, 2021

Equity at North Springfield Elementary Resource Document - March 9, 2021

Other Resources Discussed During the Conversation:

• Ms. Becky had suggested the book Blindspot by Mahzarin R. Banaji and Anthony G. Greenwald 

• Ms. Amenabar suggested the Kirwan Institute Implicit Bias Modules 

• Ms. Mahoney suggested Implicit Bias Tests from Harvard (outlined also in the book Blindspot) 

• DEI Book List created by Mrs. Chaiko (ESOL Teacher), Rosalie Essimi (Pre-K), and Mrs. Vega (Reading Specialist)