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Task Force Recommendations ALUMNAE EXPERIENCE
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Aim to engage alumnae in inclusive, equitable, anti-racism work at Magnificat
> Establish a mentoring program that pairs alumnae with current
ost listening sessions/focus groups for black, indigenous, and H people of color (BIPOC) alumnae to determine their needs and to discuss ways to increase their engagement with the school students
> Ensure that BIPOC alumnae are represented on the Alumnae Board
PARENT/GUARDIAN ENGAGEMENT
> Meet potential parents/guardians in their neighborhoods or at
Make parents/guardians of color feel welcomed and increase understanding and awareness of diversity issues among parents/guardians of color
> Host listening sessions for parents/guardians to gauge their
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ANTI-RACIST TRAINING Develop a plan for professional development aimed at increasing Magnificat’s commitment to anti-racism
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their children’s middle and elementary schools to discuss Magnificat’s academics and other offerings opinions and understanding of diversity issues
> Assemble parent/guardian ambassadors to welcome parents/ guardians at school events
> Develop anti-racism/diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) focused professional development that fits into the school’s short- and long-term professional development plans
> Create, normalize, and socialize a list of common terms and definitions for the school
> Prioritize DEI/anti-racism professional development for the Leadership Team
MAGNIFICAT MAGAZINE | A MAGAZINE FOR ALUMNAE AND FRIENDS OF MAGNIFICAT HIGH SCHOOL | SPRING 2022
