Dec 11, 2019BoardMeeting
BoardFerndale Public Schools Diversity Committee Meeting Notes
The committee reviewed an administrative presentation regarding district-wide diversity and equity initiatives, with a primary focus on school culture and the implementation of restorative justice practices. Discussions centered on the analysis of student referral and suspension data by race, the complexities of honors and AP enrollment trends, and strategies for improving equitable discipline. The committee further explored their role in shaping future metrics, increasing diverse representation among committee members, and addressing subjective factors in disciplinary decisions and honors program access.