Community Work Groups
The MSD Community Work Groups were established after an open meeting between the Orioles Leadership Team and members of MSD's Black Staff Community on June 22, 2020. A community-wide survey was shared on June 24, 2020 in an effort to ensure a diverse representation of stakeholders in the Work Groups. This survey was sent to families, faculty and staff and a total of 35 participants (31 staff members and 4 parent volunteers) were selected. Groups began meeting on July 13, 2020 to address a two-part charge: (1) identify racism at MSD through stories, experiences, data, and policies, and (2) propose recommendations on how to change and improve the system. The Work Groups look forward to continuing their work this Fall and collaborating with MSD's newly appointed Chief Diversity Officer.
As we move through the year, work groups will continue to address this very important work and progress will be shared accordingly. Updates and current reports of each work group can be viewed here:
Meet the Team Leaders
Last June 2020, MSD established six Community Work Groups: Cultural Sensitivity Training, Curriculum, Human Resources, Resources and Family Engagement, School Environment, and Student Life. This school year, the Work Groups helped coordinate opportunities for dialogue, training, learning, and growth. Watch this video to meet the Team Leaders and Chief Diversity Officer Charity Jackson: https://youtu.be/ARv9KGqxwZY