Diversity Statement

Diversity is one of Barrie School's fundamental core values. We honor and celebrate the uniqueness of each individual and embrace each person’s beliefs, experiences, values, and perspectives in support of our inclusive and welcoming community. Barrie School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, or a person's status as a qualified candidate with a disability in administration of its educational program, admission policies, financial aid program, staff hiring and other school-administered programs.

Coming in 2023-24!

• “The Digest”: A twice-monthly newsletter highlighting the work happening throughout campus about all matters related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We'll showcase the ways our faculty and staff create welcoming and inclusive spaces for our students to learn and grow. 
   
• “Dig into DEI”: A new initiative out of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, this provides an opportunity for Barrie School adults (parents and stepparents, guardians and caregivers) to come together for food and fellowship, with each month discussing a new book—or film, or podcast of note—that centers on an idea, story, or topic central to the work of diversity, equity, and inclusion both at Barrie School and beyond.

Our first meeting will take place Thursday, September 28, 2023, from 6:00–8:00pm, with the official program starting at 6:30. This initial meeting is meant for families to come together and be in fellowship as we decide what will be our first work to “dig into.” If you have any questions, or if you would like to support these efforts, please do not hesitate to email me (DGonzalez@Barrie.org) and/or Kitty Jones, our Director of Communications (KJones@Barrie.org).