Aiken Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Parent Committee
Aiken EDI is a parent-led group whose mission is to create an equitable, inclusive, and active anti-racist environment for Aiken students, parents, teachers, and staff.
Aiken Believes
Diversity is essential for students to thrive in an environment where inclusion, equity, anti-racism, and a sense of belonging are at the heart of our efforts.
Aiken EDI Mission
Aiken EDI is a parent-led group whose mission is to create an equitable, inclusive, and active anti-racist environment for Aiken students.
Additional Diversity Information
- Upcoming & Past Events
- District Diversity Updates
- Resources
- Black History - A Digital Learning Experience
Aiken EDI Goals
- Community: To support families and the development of Aiken students as 21st- century global citizens, who utilize empathy, inquiry, and self-reflection as key skills to interact in their communities and the world.
- Engagement: To engage, empower, and increase representation and participation of families from our diverse community in school activities and the Aiken Parent EDI Committee.
- Support: To create and support culturally relevant programming for the school.
- Advocacy: To address negative experiences surrounding equity, diversity and inclusion at school and work with school administrators to develop initiatives, interventions and programs to address these concerns.
- Belonging: To celebrate and embrace differences as well as commonalities and encourage conversations around them.
- Integrate: To integrate diverse and culturally relevant materials and activitiesfor all grade levels.
Interested in joining the Aiken EDI, send an email to ediaiken@gmail.com
Aiken EDI Programs & Activities
Mixed Media Discussion Club
The Aiken EDI Parent Committee is excited to announce its Mixed Media Discussion Club (M2 Club). The M2 Club provides an opportunity for Aiken parents to discuss topics about race, racism, diversity & inclusion. We will use books, short articles, podcasts, short films, and art to start courageous, open, and genuine conversations. This is a moment for our community to connect, share, and learn. If you’re interested in being a part of the M2 club, please fill out the form.
Aiken EDI Speaker Series
The Speaker Series features local and national featured guests who will share their knowledge and expertise on topics most important to our Aiken community.
Interested in joining the Aiken EDI, send an email to ediaiken@gmail.com