Diversity & Inclusion
We thrive on the richness of our diverse community, with students representing over 31 nationalities. Inclusion is not only valued and respected at GSB, in fact it, it is part of our DNA. Bilingual minds more easily learn to understand and respect different perspectives which in return promotes empathy. Fostering a global mindset and a more just world for all is imperative to our school.
GSB and Welcoming Schools
GSB is proud to partner with Welcoming Schools, a comprehensive, LGBTQ+ inclusive anti-bias program developed by the Human Rights Campaign. Through this collaboration, GSB enriches its commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment for all students. Together, we work to provide educators with the resources and tools they need to foster empathy, celebrate diversity, and address issues of bias and discrimination. We aim to empower students to build a strong sense of self, while embracing the uniqueness of others, ultimately shaping a more compassionate school community.
GSB admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin, according them all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic, or other school-administered programs.
Non-discrimination policy
At GSB, we strive to affirm, engage, and celebrate the varied backgrounds and perspectives within our community. We understand that our entire community benefits from the equitable treatment of each community member.
Statement of inclusivity
At GSB, we create equity…
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Working to ensure that students see representations of multiple identities and diverse backgrounds in the curriculum and in materials displayed visually.
Supporting the development of each child’s identity.
Teaching and learning about social groups; understanding that social groups are complex, varied, and organized around different systems.
Teaching and learning about the ways systems advantage some and disadvantage others, examining ways to be agents of change.
Diversifying instruction, basing it on student needs and abilities.
Working with our social/emotional coach to support students.
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Providing professional-development opportunities for teachers on topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Providing opportunities for families to learn and grow alongside GSB staff through Global Community Committee meetings, events, and conversations.
Working to ensure that our school traditions, such as annual projects and performances, celebrate diverse identities in a way that is nuanced and authentic.
Making clear, through our hiring practices, curriculum, and school communications, that our school values social justice.
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Exposing students to cultures and languages other than their own in an effort to celebrate differences and affirm the identity of each child.
Recognizing people in our community as individuals.
Using the Responsive Classroom model to ensure that behavior expectations are clear for all students.
Treating each person with respect and acknowledgement of our common humanity while understanding that our lived experiences differ.
Glossary
Equity. A strategy used to promote fairness, in which individuals are given what they need to be successful.
Equality. A strategy to promote fairness, that treats each individual exactly the same way.
Equality aims to promote fairness, but it can work only if everyone starts from the same place and needs the same help. We strive to achieve equity, knowing that each learner may need something different in order to reach full potential. Specifically, this means that students’ personal or social circumstances, such as ethnic origin, family background, or gender should not be obstacles to their educational potential. Rather, we aim to celebrate these identities, knowing that our school community is stronger and more joyful when we do ss