The Anacortes School District has been engaged in promoting a more equitable learning environment for all our students. 

Over the past year, the district and school board have developed a draft equity policy, reviewed data, and launched several initiatives to promote staff learning. We have also engaged our community in surveys, a film series, and focus groups. 

WHY? 

To realize the potential of all students, we must take an active stance in creating more equitable access to enrichment opportunities; addressing and disrupting personal and institutional biases wherever they may be; allocating resources to achieve more equitable outcomes; highlighting the importance of equity in the classroom through culturally responsive teaching; and prioritizing the closing of gaps across classrooms and schools. We must do this to achieve our Vision: that all Anacortes students rise to their fullest potential, embrace the future, and make a difference. 

RESOURCES:

Draft Equity Policy
Equity Pillar Report - April 2019 
Video - Bias in American Schools - Kate Gerson 
11/6/19 Presentation
Family Survey Response Themes- October 2019 

Questions? Contact the Superintendent's Office (360) 503-1211 or mwenzel@asd103.org