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Cunningham DEIB Committee

CunninghamDEIB Committee
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Vision Statement

At Cunningham Elementary School, we envision a nurturing and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, equity is pursued, inclusion is the norm, and every individual feels a profound sense of belonging. We are dedicated to fostering a community that respects and values the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities of each member, ensuring that all voices are heard and honored.


Core Beliefs:

  • Diversity Enrichment: We believe that diversity enriches our learning environment, promoting creativity, empathy, and mutual respect among students, staff, and families.

  • Equitable Opportunities: We are committed to providing equitable access to resources, support, and opportunities, enabling every student to reach their full potential regardless of their background or circumstances.

  • Inclusive Practices: We strive to implement inclusive practices that recognize and accommodate the varied needs and strengths of our community members, fostering a sense of belonging for all.

  • Cultural Competence: We prioritize the development of cultural competence, encouraging continuous learning and understanding of diverse cultures, identities, and experiences.

  • Collaborative Engagement: We value collaboration with families and the broader community, recognizing that diverse perspectives strengthen our collective efforts toward inclusivity and equity.

  • Continuous Reflection and Growth: We are dedicated to ongoing reflection and growth, regularly assessing our policies, practices, and curricula to identify and address biases, ensuring they align with our DEIB commitments.

By embracing these core beliefs, the Cunningham Elementary School DEIB Committee aims to cultivate an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our vibrant school community.

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The UNITY Project The UNITY Project

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The UNITY Project is a collaboration across Milton's PTOs, bringing together and updating the former Reading About Diversity and Meet the Artist programs. It blends both curricula, adds new books and artists, and will run throughout the school year.


  • Lessons are parent-led and designed to be easy to follow—no teaching experience necessary!

  • You can volunteer solo or team up with one or two other parents.

  • All materials will be provided at school.


To preview what the lessons look like, check out the UNITY Project website

Each grade has:

  • One book per theme

  • Two Meet the Artist lessons

For more info, please see the FAQ link

The UNITY Project
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Upcoming Cunningham DEIB Meetings Upcoming Cunningham DEIB Meetings

We are excited to invite all families to our upcoming DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) meetings this year! These meetings will take place on the following dates:


Meeting Dates:

Thursday, November 12th

Thursday, December 10th

Thursday, January 14th

Thursday, February 11th

Thursday, March 11th

Thursday, April 8th

Thursday, May 13th

Last Meeting of the Year - Thursday, June 10th


Time: All meetings will begin at 5:00 - 5:30 pm.

Location: Meetings will be held virtually using this link.


We encourage all families to attend and participate in these important discussions. Together, we can continue to build an inclusive community for everyone.


If you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to reach out. We look forward to seeing you at the meetings!

Our Virtual Meeting Link
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Committee Members

Sarah A. Smith (Staff)

Jon Redden (Staff)

Carla Eigen (Staff)

Andy Young (Staff)

Stephanie Smith (Parent)

Sheena Anello (Parent)

Alissa Cruz (Parent)

Sarah Gallagher (Parent)

Marjanna Barber-Dubois (Parent)

Alex Teixeira (Parent)

DEIB Meeting Notes

DEIB Meeting Notes

January 22, 2025 Agenda Items: Create a shared vision Discuss plans for this year Making a DEIB Smore Weekly Newsletter Incorporating a Yearly Calendar with volunteer opportunities - Heritage Months Starting off small with artistic bulletin boards which will lead to hopefully a larger art pro...

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Zoom - DEIB Meetings
Running Meeting Notes
Calendar of Events
Cunningham Monthly Social Justice Resources
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