Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
7/25/2019 - 6:30 PM  
Category:
Regular Items of Business  
Type:
Action  
Subject:
18. Action on Resolution 1920R-005 by Directors Baez and Miller Regarding Anti-Racism  
Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
Goal 1
Academic Achievement
 
Policy:
Admin Policy 1.01 - Vision, Mission, Core Beliefs, and Goals  
Attachments:
Resolution 1920R-005 Miller and Baez on Anti-Racism-edits July 2019  
File Attachment:
Resolution 1920R-005 Miller and Baez on Anti-Racism_edits July 2019_jmh.pdf
 
Background:
On May 29, 2019, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors referred Resolution 1920R-005 by Directors Baez and Miller regarding anti-racism to the Committee on Student Achievement and School Innovation. The Administration is in agreement with the intent of the resolution and recognizes the critical importance of culturally responsive practices, within a system which is actively seeking to dismantle organizational practices that perpetuate racism. The Administration acknowledges the work that has already begun in these areas as well as the need for a sustained, integrated effort to promote culturally responsive/anti-biased practices at all levels of the district.

The Administration is suggesting minor adjustments related to the timeline for implementation, specific individuals/groups to be trained, and the inclusion of input from the community.
 
Fiscal Impact Statement:
N/A  
Implementation and Assessment Plan:
 
Recommendation
The Administration recommends that the Board adopt Resolution 1920R-005 by Directors Baez and Miller as amended in the attachment.  
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Jennifer Mims Howell - Director of Specialized Services
Signed By:  
Jeremiah Holiday - Interim Chief Academic Officer
Signed By:  
Rosana Mateo, Ph.D. - Deputy Superintendent
Signed By:  
Keith Posley, Ed.D. - Superintendent