CVSD Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
"The Champlain Valley School District (District) is committed to the success of every student,
regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, family economics, class, geography, ability, language,
gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or initial proficiencies. The Champlain Valley School
District Board of School Directors (Board) holds itself and all District and school-site decision-
makers, faculty, and support staff accountable for building a District-wide commitment to equity.
The District will incorporate principles of equity within all policies, programs, operations, practices, and resource allocations."
District Equity Policy (F36 )
Share your thoughts, questions, feedback, suggestions, and compliments using the DEI topic on Let's Talk!
Conversation with Julia Grand Doucet
Paula Higa sharing her work
Images from the book The Most Costly Journey
Our presenters Paula, Julia, and Ainaka
2023-2024 Town Halls
September 20, 2023, virtual (recording)
In-person events for the remainder of this school year:
Join the CVSD DEI Team as we celebrate diversity and connect with the diverse cultures of our community. At these in-person events, we will learn the history of the various communities in Vermont. There will be shared cultural experiences, including art, food, and conversations about educational experiences. At each gathering various groups, community members, and stakeholders will present about their lives, work, and contributions to our state.
November 10th, 6-8 pm - Champlain Valley Union High School Library
Latinx Community in Vermont
January 19th, 6-8 pm - Shelburne Community School
Nepali Community in Vermont
March 15th, 6-8 pm - Williston Central School
Somali Community in Vermont
May - information to follow
Equity Audit
Recommendation #1: Build a shared understanding of and investment in CVSDs vision for equity in order to build a vision and theory of action for equity within the district.
Recommendation #2: Conduct a review of the district’s existing data governance in order to inform both the strategic planning process and the district’s strategic priorities related to data governance.
Recommendation #3: Prioritize the operationalization of internal district functions to effectively meet the needs of schools, students and the CVSD strategic priorities.
Recommendation #4: Prioritize ongoing stakeholder engagement opportunities as monitoring, assessment, and accountability structures aligned with the identified strategic objectives and priorities.
