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This year, the Department of Principal Quality (DPQ) is hosting five (5) affinity groups: Black/African American, Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI), Latine, Middle Eastern (new) and LGBTQIA+. These groups are designed to support current teachers and school personnel aspiring to future school leadership roles. There will be two in-person events on September 24th (Kick-Off) and April 8th (End of Year Celebration), along with multiple virtual sessions throughout the year. Our affinity groups aim to provide a safe and supportive space for these communities to connect and engage in meaningful discussions. Each group will be led by two (2) facilitators.
Affinity Group Facilitators:
Latine: Assistant Principal - Natalia Torres, Dean of Restorative Practice - Jose Torres
Black/African American: Principal Samuel Davis, Assistant Principal Nicole Luke
LGBTQIA+: Principal Meredith Bawden, Instructional Support Lead Dr. Laura Zaniolo
AANHPI: Assistant Principal - Connie Lee, Restorative Specialist-Andrew Hong
Middle Eastern: Teacher - Shada Badwai, Teacher - Mohammad Jeber
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