Dawson School Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Dawson Diversity Statement: Dawson actively promotes and embraces the exchange of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds through curricular design, community involvement, and the integration of our four virtues - respect, compassion, courage, and integrity - into every aspect of our community life. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or religion, as well as to cultivate in each student the ability to make empathetic, socially responsible decisions.

Click here to read "A More Kind, Thoughtful, and Safe Community" - an article by George P. Moore, Head of School

EQUITY & JUSTICE RESOURCES
A comprehensive list, curated by Dawson staff, of websites, books, and podcasts, with age-appropriate indications.

Equity and Inclusion Group

The Equity and Inclusion Group facilitates programs to offer support for faculty/staff, parents, and students to build skills, support one another, and have open dialogue around how to continually improve the culture and climate at Dawson. We are committed to creating and sustaining multiple avenues to advance this work.

Diversity Committee

Dawson is committed to enhancing diversity and inclusivity within the community by creating an environment of appreciation and respect for the uniqueness of every member of our school. The mission of this committee is to create and facilitate school-based programs and support students and their families from all divisions.

What is Diversity at Dawson?

Socioeconomic Status
Race
Ethnicity
Ability
Religion
Sexual Orientation
Gender
Age
Family

Dawson strives to match or exceed the diversity reflected in these areas in Boulder County. We would love to tell you more about our programs and have you participate!

In September of 2019, when the Anti-Defamation League's "No Place for Hate" program was presented, we agreed as a community to the pledge above. A coalition of students, teachers, and staff work throughout the year to foster awareness, understanding, and kindness throughout out community. We are proud that, through these efforts, ADL has designated Dawson a "No Place For Hate" School.

Humans of Dawson Stories
In 2010, photographer Brandon Stanton took to the streets of New York City to create a catalogue of the city’s inhabitants on his Humans of New York blog through photographs and quotes. Dawson’s No Place for Hate Coalition was inspired by this project and decided to implement it at Dawson to celebrate individuals in our community and the stories behind their identities. Members of the Coalition interviewed students and teachers alike about their lives, identities, interests, and how they see the world, and student Anya Chavez photographed the volunteers. Below, you will find eleven unique stories, but there are hundreds yet to be told.