Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Piedmont is committed to creating safe and inclusive environments at each of our schools.

Creating a healthy school community requires ongoing effort from everyone—staff, students, and parents.

Two school board policies anchor and guide the work of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging for our district:

• Racial Equity Policy BP/AR 0415.1
  The Board and Superintendent will develop and implement district-wide strategies to ensure racial equity in all aspects of the school experience—creating systems that uplift and support BIPOC students, staff, and their families.
• Educational Equity Policy BP 041
  Excellence in education starts with equity. This policy affirms the value of diversity and the district’s responsibility to ensure all students—regardless of background—have access to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.

Restorative Justice is a key part of our district’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

Restorative Justice is a relationship-centered approach that prioritizes strengthening our community, repairing harm and fostering accountability. By creating spaces for honest dialogue, active listening, and collaborative problem-solving, Restorative Justice empowers students, staff, and families to build trust, resolve conflicts, and nurture a culture where every member feels seen, heard, and valued.

For more information about the practice of Restorative Justice click here

The Piedmont Affinity Mentorship Program Nurtures Younger Students in PUSD

The centerpiece of PUSD’s student-and-community centered approach is the Piedmont Affinity Mentorship Program, a district-wide course taught at the High School level that integrates connection and mentorship to elementary and middle school students with similar backgrounds. Students from PHS and MHS can take this class. To learn more
 

Affinity Mentorship Enroll Here         Affinity Mentorship student created website

PUSD provides several learning opportunities in K-12 to foster a healthy school community and support students. These learning opportunities are based on the foundational social-emotional curriculum at the elementary level, then expanded upon with:

• Affinity mentorship
• Assemblies
• Cultural and religious celebrations
• Inclusive classroom practices
• Implementing the use of restorative justice practices.

Parent affinity groups and community organizations include: 
Grade level circles
AAPI parent circle
Single/divorced Parent circle
Parents of Neurodiverse children
Parents of Gender Expansive children
PADC/PREC/PAAC
Jewish Parent Network
PIE (Piedmonter for Inclusive Education)
El Grupo Latino
Black Youth Family Collective
Piedmont Parents Network