We believe in the worth and dignity of all people.
We learn, reflect, grow, and effect change through dialogue, education, and action.
We foster a community that acts with compassion, embraces discomfort, thinks critically, questions norms, and welcomes the world’s multiple perspectives.
We use our voices, challenge ourselves and others, and stand up for ourselves and others against injustice.
We champion, cultivate, and celebrate all members of our community so that we all participate as our full authentic selves, and thereby become stronger in our shared diversity.
DEIB Blog
November DEIB Update
Laurren Chase
Eton School is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment where all members of our school community feel valued, respected, and empowered. We work to address and dismantle systemic barriers, promote diversity, celebrate differences, and ensure that every individual feels a strong sense of belonging.
Highlights from November Include:
Americans of Chinese Descent History Month Event Planning
Earlier this year Washington enacted a bill designating January as Americans of Chinese Descent History Month. To celebrate the inaugural month this January the Community Subcommittee of the DEIB Committee, in partnership with an Eton parent of Chinese descent, began planning an educational event for January.
Main Building Clubhouse Multicultural Corner
Books and activities that correspond with different heritage months are being featured in the book nook in the Activity Room where students in grades 1-8 have Clubhouse. Clubhouse Supervisor Ms. Chloe planned some great activities for Native American Heritage Month!
Faculty Professional Development
November was full of learning! On 2 November, faculty members participated in an hour-long virtual learning session with A Queer Endeavor that focused on centering identity and community in the classroom. Then, on 9 November, there were two neurodiversity workshops that ran simultaneously on campus. Pre- and Lower Elementary teachers attended Connection before Correction: Neuroscience, Post-COVID Trauma, & Regulation in Educational Settings with play therapist Dr. Cary Hamilton, while Upper Elementary and Middle School teachers worked with Ben Wahl from Ryther on adolescent executive functioning.
Welcome to DEIB at Eton School
Let's Chat!
DEIB work strives to ensure that everyone is represented, and feels seen, heard, and valued. Schedule a time to chat one-on-one with Laurren Chase, Director of Equity and Belonging at Eton School.
Share What's On Your Mind!
The diversity of our Eton community is rich, and the lived experiences, identities, and intersections of our families and staff are a crucial part of it. DEIB work strives to ensure that everyone is represented, and feels seen, heard, and valued. Including you! Let us know what’s on your mind. Questions, suggestions, comments, and kudos are welcome!
DEIB Calendar
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Virtual & On-Campus Watch Party
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Main Building
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Virtual & On-Campus Watch Party
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People of color who are interested in working at independent schools are invited to attend the 2024 Diversity Career Fair hosted by People Of Color at Independent Schools (POCIS) Seattle on:
Sunday, February 4, 2024: Virtual Fair
Saturday, March 9, 2024: In-person fair.
This career fair is offered through the collaborative effort of 25+ regional schools.
Attendees of the career fairs will hear from diversity practitioners about working in independent schools and learn about current career opportunities in teaching and staff positions. To register and find more information about the sessions and career fair booths, visit lakesideschool.org/diversitycareerfair. Registration is free of charge.
- Lunch with Laurren
- Virtual Speaker Series
- DEIB Committee
- DEIB Podcast
- Shared Language
- Eton Community Education Archives
- Community Partnerships
- Professional Development