Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB)
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)
At Memphis Rise Academy, we are committed to fostering an environment where our students and their families can flourish. Click here to explore the core tenets of our DEIB philosophy: community-driven data analysis, sustainability, developing capacity, and flexibility.
Network Diversity and Community Committee (NDCC)
The Network Diversity and Community Committee is comprised of Memphis Rise Academy staff and teachers dedicated to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Mission: We will create opportunities for all stakeholders throughout Memphis Rise Academy to learn more about and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice so that they may be advocates for themselves, members of the Memphis community, and members of the global community.
Previous and Current NDCC/DEIB Programming:
- Mes de Herencia Latina
- Black History Month
- Women’s History Month
- Cafecitos con Maestros
- AANHPI Month
- Mental Health Awareness Month
- Inclusive Language and Anti-Bullying Campaign: Empathy Week
- Mental Health and Body Image Campaign: National Suicide Prevention Week, Winter Journals
- Memphis Community and Pride Campaign: 901 Day, Shelby Farms Cleanup, Free Things to Do in Memphis
Memphis Rise Academy Resource Bank
Memphis Rise Academy Social Workers and the Director of DEIB have compiled a list of resources to support our school community. These resources are targeted to help families and students. We are continuously updating this resource library as we learn about new opportunities. If you have any questions about the resources within the document, please email the Director of DEIB, Kellie Simbulan, ksimbulan@memphisrise.org