GENERAL INFORMATION Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Global Education Statement of Community Standards Commitments The BB&N motto, “Honor, Scholarship, Kindness,” presents the BB&N is committed to ensuring that the student body, faculty, and school’s fundamental values and guides its mission statement. sta昀昀 accurately re昀氀ect our diverse communities and to creating In order to maintain an environment that fosters educational a just community of belonging where all members feel safe and excellence and personal growth, we have more fully articulated the supported to bring their authentic selves to school each and every motto’s implicit standards for all members of the BB&N community day. We believe in the pursuit of justice through education, (students, parents, faculty, administrators, sta昀昀, and volunteers). solidarity, and civic engagement. We provide the learning opportunities and tools to foster globally competent citizens who As members of the BB&N community, we a昀케rm and will abide by have in-depth knowledge of the world, its people, its wonders, and the following community standards: its challenges, and are empowered to make a positive impact in our community and beyond. • Each member of the BB&N community recognizes that honesty, with regard to both academic and nonacademic issues, is We are committed to: central to our mission. We will act with integrity in all our dealings with one another, being trustworthy, honest, and fair. Equitable Learning: Anti-racist, anti-bias, culturally responsive • Each member of the BB&N community has a right to be pedagogy and practices that provide equitable learning treated with civility and respect. We will refrain from and opportunities for all members of our community. discourage behavior that threatens the dignity of others. Meaningful Relationships: Building meaningful relationships with • Each member of the BB&N community has a right to expect inquiry, intention, and compassion. that personal information will be handled with appropriate Transparency: Transparency and accountability that support consideration and privacy. We will refrain from casual lasting systemic change. disclosures, which undermine the respect and dignity guaranteed to all. Self Re昀氀ection: Fostering a practice of critical self-re昀氀ection that • Each member of the BB&N community recognizes that invites individual and communal examination of our position, diversity of perspectives and experience enriches our power, and privilege. community and the educational process. We will act to create Belonging: Exploring identity consciousness and cultural an environment where diversity is welcomed and nurtured. competence through global education • Each member of the BB&N community has a responsibility to preserve the safety of its members, both on school grounds and o昀昀. We will refrain from unsafe behaviors that threaten not only individual well being, but also the health of the community. • Each member of the BB&N community has a responsibility to protect personal, school, and neighborhood property. We will exercise proper care and regard for personal property and the property of others. - 6 -