diversity ContinuousLY increaseS at mbms

Originally published January 25 2022

Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream and the ever-increasing diversity at MBMS is a prime example of that dream coming to life. It used to be rare, and not even a thing to have kids from different backgrounds represented at the same school, but today MBMS is filled with an amazing mix of cultures, ethnicities, and personalities.

“Because of the diversity here I think it’s important that kids can see themselves and recognize the challenges and the impact that they’ve had in the country and on the country,” MBMS teacher Mrs. Dillards said.

Dr. King and his dreams are an extremely important part of our world and should be greatly taught about, especially because of all the different cultures, not only at MBMS but around the world.

“One of the big things that we try to do is make sure that throughout our school kids can see themselves in the posters and paintings there are on the walls, and the different languages posted out in the commons," Principal Brown said.

With the constant increase in diversity here at MBMS, the school wants every kid to feel seen, and to have a sense of belonging to the MBMS community.

“I think all the diversity has immensely improved the culture of MBMS,'' Mr. Vatne said.

And consequently, equity has become an important focus for the school along with creating an environment where everyone feels safe and welcomed. Diversity is increasing among MBMS employees as well as its students.

“I also try really hard to make sure that I'm hiring staff that look like our population, so that kids are seeing people that look like them,” Principal Brown said.

Though the increase in diversity with staff has been slower, it is something that will continue to grow just like the diversity in students has.

The important part you should take away from this article is that none of our diversity would have been possible without Dr. King and his dreams.

“He was only fighting for what we were supposed to have,” MBMS teacher Ms. Thorington said.

The beautiful cultures celebrated not only at MBMS but around the world, are now celebrated together, thanks to Dr. King.

“I think our school now represents what the world looks like,” Principal Brown said.