Preamble

With the intentions of being an active presence in defining the education of all children, people of color now set forward the creation of an organization of, by and for all people who support the academic achievement, professional accomplishment, and self-determination of African Americans, Asian/Asian-Americans, Latino/Hispanics, Middle Easterners, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, and all Multiracial people in Independent Schools.

National Goals

• Increase enrollment and retention of families of color
• Encourage school administrative practices and board policies that reflect a long-term commitment to diversity
• Develop curricula that are multicultural
• Establish support systems for students of color
• Support teachers and administrators of color, and work to increase the numbers of both
• Support families of color

Regional Goals

• Organize two Students of Color Conferences annually, one for middle school and one for high school students
• Encourage networking and communication among area high school students by beginning the academic year with a Fall social
• Develop a one day conference with targeted forums and workshops for the various components of independent school communities: Teachers, Staff Members, Parents/Family Members, and Administrators, including Admissions Directors, Heads of Schools, and Diversity Coordinators
• Communicate with member schools via newsletter, EdNet, and website