By JEFF JELLISON
Reporter Publisher
On Thursday, Noblesville Schools conducted the first of four scheduled meetings that discussed how diversity, equity and inclusion is addressed in the classroom.
Noblesville Schools Superintendent Dr. Beth Niedermeyer opened the meeting discussing why the district is involved with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, how the district defines those terms in Noblesville Schools, and what the district is doing and not doing in these areas.
“We created this opportunity for our public to hear about what’s happening in OUR schools and to share their questions and input,” Neidermeyer said. “Noblesville Schools respects the role of parents and believe it is their job to teach their children their family’s personal, political, spiritual and social values. The role of the district is to ensure we meet the academic needs of students, prepare students for future success, and serve all of our 10,600 students. Noblesville Schools does not promote political groups or agendas.”
Following Dr. Niedermeyer’s comments, the nearly 140 people in attendance were invited to participate in breakout groups and given the opportunity to submit questions and receive feedback.
“We’ve had over 500 people register and have filled all four sessions we are offering through the end of the school year,” said Marnie Cooke, Director of Marketing and Communication for Noblesville Schools. “We are no longer accepting registrations at this time. After sessions are complete, we will be making a video of Dr. Niedermeyer’s presentation available to those who were unable to attend in person and inviting their questions and feedback.”
Cooke said all questions posed at each of the four meetings will be compiled and answered on the district website this summer.