Farmington Public Schools

Community Council for Equity & Inclusion

Thank you for your willingness to be a part of the Farmington Public Schools Community Council for Equity and Inclusion (CCEI). We are so fortunate to have all of you, willing to volunteer your time to participate in the urgent important work. We look forward to learning about your experiences, hearing your hopes for the future, and considering your ideas for next steps.

CCEI Goals

Monitor and provide feedback on district priorities using the FPS Equity Framework
Learn about and consider ways to address unconscious bias
Model the norms of civil discourse and collaborative problem-solving
Engage with outside experts and partners
Discuss ways to improve an inclusive climate and culture in our schools
Support action at the school level to promote Equity Framework goals and representatives of this council

CCEI Agenda Format

This year, Natalie Simpson, our Equity and Inclusion Coordinator, will be leading the Council in exploring and advancing our equity and inclusion work.

Each Council meeting this year will focus on key areas of our School Development Plans, including:

Culture & Climate – Belonging, mattering, trust, relationships, inclusive and restorative practices
Academic Achievement – Engagement, empowerment, productive struggle, motivation, and access to rigorous learning
Teaching & Learning – Pedagogy, instructional strategies, student-centered practices, powerful task design

Meetings will include:

Developing Awareness / New Learning – exploring new concepts and building understanding
Discussion of Current Priorities and Practices – reviewing what’s currently in place and assessing impact
Council Breakouts – small-group discussions on current priorities
Idea Generation – brainstorming and sharing strategies to support school improvement
Reflection and Feedback – considering insights and sharing perspectives
Closure and Announcements – summarizing key takeaways and next steps

Through these sessions, the Council will engage in meaningful dialogue, reflect on current practices, generate new ideas, and identify strategies to strengthen our schools.