Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

The Asian Student Union is an affinity group for students of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and/or Pacific Islander Heritage. In this group, students build community through learning, dialogue, and connection.

The Black Student Union (BSU) gathers to share their voices while discussing culture and identity, and works to embrace and empower members through sisterhood and mentorship. The BSU also provides social-emotional and educational resources to its members. There is a BSU in the Upper School and Middle School. The Upper School BSU presents at assemblies on issues including diversity, Black History Month, and their experiences at local DEI&B events. 

The Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) is a student-run organization that serves to promote inclusion and help all students in our community feel that they belong. 

Students in the Lower School Multicultural Club enjoy read-aloud and activities to learn about their identities, different cultures, and a diverse selection of influential figures. 

In alignment with the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria and our calling as a school in the Sacred Heart tradition, we "commit to lifelong learning and intercultural competence-critical foundations in the ever-evolving and advancing fight for human dignity, equity, and justice" (Intertwining Vines). In this fight for equity, we work to ensure educational equity for all students. This means that every student gets what they need. Nothing about a student's identity, ability, or background should impact their access to programs and resources, their care and treatment, or their opportunities to learn.

Rooted in the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria, "The school, drawing from Catholic Social Teaching, educates students to analyze and work to eradicate social structures, practices, systems and values that perpetuate racism and other injustices" (Goal III.iii). This calls us to recognize how we can pursue justice and a sense of belonging for all members of our community. 

We strive to create an environment where every student feels valued and included. This is driven from our Goal and Criteria, "The school, affirming that all are created in the image and likeness of God, promotes the inherent dignity of the human person and strives for relationships characterized by inclusion and mutual respect" (Goal IV.i). Students may also join a variety of clubs aligned with their identities and interests.