Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Building a truly inclusive community takes consistent work, honest reflection and a willingness to grow together. While we’re proud of our efforts to date, we know our work is not done. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) are part of how we show up every day in every part of school life — just as our founder, Margaret Chadwick, intended.
We approach this work with humility and persistence. We listen to students, learn from each other and stay committed to making Chadwick a place where everyone feels seen, respected and valued for who they are.
“A strong feeling of belonging to each other and of belonging to the whole family develops, and once a child has grasped the concept of ‘we’ as meaning ‘old and young, rich and poor, of every color and all nations,’ they have found themselves at home in the world.”
Margaret Chadwick, 1963
Diversity Statement
Chadwick seeks to develop and enhance in our students the knowledge, skills and empathic orientation required to understand multiple perspectives and to thrive and lead in an increasingly interconnected world.
How DEI Shows Up at Chadwick
Real progress is made when it appears every day. At Chadwick, it’s in the way we treat others, in the spaces we create with intention and in the traditions we celebrate.
Some of the important ways we see DEI work show up at Chadwick include:
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These student- and faculty-led groups foster connection and leadership development. Some of our past and present student affinity groups include:
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| Multicultural Food Festival | |
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Chadwick's Multicultural Food Festival is celebrated every spring. This vibrant event was ideated and is organized annually by our students. It gives attendees an opportunity to experience food and cultures from diverse regions and backgrounds at various booths. Festive decorations and delicious dishes from Filipino, Black, Korean, Mexican, Middle Eastern and Danish cultures — and more — give the Chadwick community a true taste of diversity. |
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During the fall, our Head of School, Assistant Head of School and leaders from the Board of Trustees and the Chadwick Parents Association host Bus Stop Meet-and-Greets at some of Chadwick's morning stops. It’s a great way for our leadership teams to get out into our neighborhoods and meet Chadwick families who might not have the opportunity to visit campus. |
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Chadwick's Equity Team
Bringing expertise from multiple areas of our operations, Chadwick’s Equity Team assists, supports and advises the School Leadership Team in advancing and implementing programs, policies, practices and procedures in the areas of wellness, admission, hiring practices, curriculum and communications, among other operational areas.
Chadwick's DEI Coordinators
Chadwick's DEI Coordinators strengthen connections across our community. These faculty members partner with students and parents, serving as accessible points of contact and advocates for inclusive practices in each Division, including the Lower Village School (grades K-2), the Upper Village School (grades 3-6), the Middle School (grades 7-8) and the Upper School (grades 9-12).
Student Diversity Council
The Student Diversity Council (SDC) serves as an advisory board composed of students in 10th, 11th, and 12th grade. Meeting weekly, the SDC aims to provide opportunities for dialogue among students, faculty and administration; to elevate intersectional awareness across identities; and to advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all facets of student life in the Chadwick community.