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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Founded in September 2020, the PTAC DEI Committee is comprised of
parents, staff and community members across ACPS. If you are interested in
joining or learning more, please contact: dei@alexptac.org
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We meet monthly during the 2024-25 school year. Meetings are held via Zoom (sent prior) at 7PM unless otherwise noted.
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Mon 9/30: Introductions new committee members, school successes, Chris Harris, School Board: redistricting, budget and more
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Wed 10/30: Family and Engagement Center, advocacy and budget
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Mon 12/9: winter break, events, cultural activities
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Thur 2/27: Brielle Welch, Director of Equitable Practices, Student Services
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Mon 3/24
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Mon 4/28
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Tue 5/27​
Previous Meetings:​
Mission & Goals:
Support our local PTA units in building equitable and diverse school communities to promote family empowerment and engagement.
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To accomplish this mission, the Committee:
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Serves as a catalyst and resource in transforming local PTAs to relevant and fully representative membership organizations;
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Partners with ACPS to identify and develop family engagement opportunities;
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Assist in connecting PTA units with other community stakeholders that support family engagement;
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Provides resources to PTA leaders in diversity & inclusion best practices.
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Resources:
Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS):
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Translation and Interpretation Forms and Services:
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​Face-To-Face Interpretation Services and Request Forms
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Vital Documents Translation Services and Request Forms
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Interpretation Through Zoom
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Zooming with Interpreters Guide
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Article List related to Equity in Parent Organizations
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