Belonging & Equity Committee (B/E) 

We are a committee made up of a diverse group of Center School families that seeks to enhance the culture of belonging at the school.  Through events, resources and opportunities for discussion and connection, the Committee strives to ensure that families and students of all races, cultures, sexual identities, religions, gender expressions, abilities, and socioeconomic backgrounds feel heard, represented and included in the school community.  

We believe that with an increased sense of belonging, our students, staff, and families can be aware, embraced and supported to be their best selves.

B/E co-chairs for 2024-2025 were:

  • Ali Auth and Elaina Davis 

B/E co-chairs for 2025-2026

 Elaina Davis metalpup@yahoo.com and 
        (co-chair has yet to be determined for 2025-2026 academic year.)

The Committee:

  • Hosts and facilitates events that bring families and staff together to create connections and strengthen relationships.
    • Dinners at the school (“Belonging Events”)
    • Volunteer opportunities
    • Guest speakers at PTA meetings
  • Creates spaces for Center School Community members to talk about and talk through issues related to belonging or equity.
    • Monthly committee meetings (or more, as needed)
  • Partners with student groups that create inclusive programming like the BBAA and GSA that embrace the diversity of our student body and are open to everyone.
  • Engages with administration to raise awareness related to Belonging within the Center School Community.
  • Curates suggested reading lists that reflect identities and cultures represented in the Center School community
  • Holds monthly virtual meetings for families that seek to advance identity-based representation, visibility and voice within the school community

A very brief history:

Founded as the Committee for Racial Justice and Equity (CRJE) in 2020, the committee’s first programs focused on anti-Black racism. At the same time, the committee noted its connection to equity in other domains. Over the last several years, several families have sought the support of the committee due to inequities related not only to race, but also other identities.  Our committee expanded in our support and we focused on belonging at the root.  We believe that belonging is a core element of creating a community that supports equity.  

In 2025, our committee’s name changed to Belonging & Equity Committee (B/E)  to reflect this expansion and belief.”