Shannon Sheldon is the DEI Coordinator and works with teachers and administrators to drive a variety of projects vital to the continued improvement of the district. These projects include, but are not limited to instructional coaching, providing leadership in the planning and implementation of social emotional learning, bullying prevention and intervention, and other equity, diversity, inclusion, and access initiatives. Future projects will include supporting implementation of the Weston Public Schools’ strategic visions and annual action plans.
Equity is a core value of the Weston Public Schools, and a central focus area in our 2021-26 Strategic Plan. There are different definitions of educational equity, but in its most basic form it is about fairness and inclusion. We aim to give every student the opportunities they need to succeed, and that often means providing personalized resources and/or opportunities needed for all individuals to reach their learning goals. Working towards more equitable schools also involves structural and policy changes, as well as an overarching commitment to nondiscrimination, multiculturalism, anti-racism, and social justice. An equitable school system helps ALL students develop the social, emotional, and academic knowledge and skills they need to become engaged and productive citizens.
