Welcome back, Allenby!<\/p>\n
The APAs Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee is excited to start another year of great learning\u00a0and celebration\u00a0of the individuals that make up our community.<\/p>\n
The DEI Committee’s objectives include:<\/p>\n
1. Fostering a high degree of engagement, productivity, and\u00a0conversation with\u00a0Allenby families\u00a0about\u00a0Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion issues impacting the Allenby student and family community<\/p>\n
2.\u00a0Organizing, promoting, and launching resources, initiatives, and events that bring awareness of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to the Allenby community<\/p>\n
3.\u00a0Supporting and collaborating with Allenby leadership to review, develop, and advocate for policies and procedures that promote staff and student environments that welcome and engage with DEI practices<\/p>\n
If you would like to join the committee this year to work on a specific project, please reach out to us at the Allenby DEI Committee<\/a>\u00a0to learn more.<\/p>\n Orange Shirt Day<\/strong> NOTE: If you pre-ordered orange shirts last June, be on the lookout for an email from the DEI Committee about your next steps to receive the shirt before next week’s Orange Shirt Day!<\/p>\n Community Event<\/strong> Until December 31th,\u00a0Dis\/Mantle<\/strong>\u00a0explores the story of a freedom seeker, Louisa Pipkin, who escaped enslavement in the US and came to Canada. This art exhibit reimagines Spadina Museum, and places Mrs. Pipkin as the homeowner of the house, creating a safe haven for those seeking freedom through the Underground Railroad.<\/p>\n
\nAs mentioned in the Principal’s Message, September 30th is\u00a0Canada\u2019s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation\u00a0in recognition of the harm the Residential School system did to children’s sense of self-esteem and well-being and as an affirmation of our commitment to ensure that everyone around us matters.\u00a0Learn more about Orange Shirt Day\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nLooking for a rich, cultural experience to take the kids to this weekend? Go to Spadina House (next to Casa Loma)\u00a0and enjoy a free exhibit and guided tour for the family! Learn about classism, race, and the history of abolitionists\u00a0in this immersive experience.<\/p>\n