Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Adams Middle School PTSA is committed to fostering an enriching and supporting climate with a racial, gender, and social equity lens that allows all students, staff, and families to thrive and succeed.

This is accomplished through:

REPRESENTATION

Make every effort to foster a PTSA board and membership that are inclusive and reflective of its school community

INCLUSIVITY

Encourage PTA activities and communications at schools that are representative and inclusive of all families

ADVOCACY

Support and advocate for activities and practices that eliminate bias, prejudice, and inequities within the school community

COMMUNITY

Encourage families to build relationships with their teachers and school leadership and share opportunities to broaden students’ exposure to various histories and cultures not currently represented in school activities.

Early access

4th Annual Health & Wellness Festival

Adams PTSA Health & Wellness Festival is Saturday, April 26th 1pm to 4pm, with an early access hour from 12pm to 1pm for those who may need a quieter, less crowded space.

This is a FREE festival offered and advertised to all South Bay Families to engage our community in all health, fitness, and wellness-related activities and topics. It is an outdoor event located in the Adams Field area. Over 40 Interactive Booths, Competitions with OLYMPIANS, Ninja Warrior Course, Rockwall, Dunk Tank, Blender Bikes, Free Food Samples, Free Raffle for Students, Music Bands, Silent Auction & giveaways! It's a truly can't-miss afternoon, bringing together our special South Bay community. Check out the final poster attached and the website for more details: https://sites.google.com/adamsptsa.org/2025-health-wellness-website/home.

At last year’s event, we introduced the district’s first Early Access Hour by inviting our Special Day Class to attend. For the few who were able to join us, it was an incredibly meaningful experience — one that affirmed just how valuable and necessary this dedicated time truly is.

This year, we’re excited to bring Early Access Hour back and ensure our entire community knows it’s available and feels included. Please take a look at the flyer below.

ANNUAL DIVERSITY CELEBRATION

Adam's annual Diversity Celebration provides an opportunity for students to celebrate all diversity in their community including special needs, physical abilities, neurodiversity, hobbies, personality, and likes and dislikes. The goal of the event is to allow students to discover and celebrate what makes themselves and others unique, and also identify other students with whom they share similarities.

We encourage and welcome our Adams students and families to share their culture, traditions, and talents through food, activities, and performances. Please visit us HERE to learn more.

To learn more or to join the Adams PTSA Diversity Committee, please email our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Standing Committee Chair, Lorelei Duterte Grabarsky at dei@adamsptsa.org.

2025 National PTA DEI Advocacy Award recipient

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advocacy Award
Adams Middle School PTSA has focused on creating an inclusive environment where all students feel connected, valued and supported. The PTSA reimagined their school’s multicultural night as a diversity celebration to honor both culture and personal identity. The celebration fostered pride and camaraderie, earning Adams Middle School PTSA the 2024 Spotlight Award for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion from California State PTA. To create equity for Special Day Classes and the neurodivergent community, Adams Middle School PTSA also introduced new low-sensory activities and an early access hour for their events. This has enabled Special Day Classes students to enjoy events in a quieter environment before the public arrives. Adams Middle School PTSA also partnered with their school’s librarian to launch a monthly DEI-themed Book Nook series featuring diverse authors and stories that celebrate different cultures and perspectives throughout the year. Adams Middle School PTSA’s efforts have sparked meaningful change, with increased attendance and engagement at events and their practices being adopted by other schools in their district.

Podcast Episodes Focused on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Do you want to talk to your kids about issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion, but are not sure where to start? Check out these episodes National PTA podcast Notes from the Backpack, A Podcast for Parents, by Parents.

Through the unique combination of expert, parent and educator guests, each episode features engaging conversations that offer real-life advice and ideas on how to support children’s learning and development—all in parent-friendly language.

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