What is the DEIAC?
The work of the DEIAC in accordance with File: AC Non Discrimination and the district
mission statement of the Sandwich School Committee Policy Handbook, [will] promote, honor,
and celebrate diverse perspectives and [identities], especially those of Black, Indigenous, and
People of Color (BIPOC) among our students, staff members, and families through the
development of antiracist1
and anti bias policy, curriculum, professional development, and
practices. (School Committee Policy Manual: File AC: NonDiscrimination Policy and 2020-2021 School Committee Goals)
Mission:
Our mission explains our fundamental purpose as an organization
In partnership with families and the community, we support, inspire and empower students to
become confident lifelong learners and prepare them to be navigators of their own futures.
Vision:
Our vision captures the future we seek to create for our students
Our vision as a “u-knighted” school community is to create a personalized learning environment
that will encourage independent, inspired learners who will discover their own purpose and
chart their own path.
Theory of Action:
Our theory of action describes the specific method we will use to achieve our vision.
IF we build an environment of trust, common understandings and purpose, THEN our school
community will work collaboratively to ensure each student’s personal and academic success