Diversity Alliance Committee
HAWTHORNE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) Initiative
VISION
The Hawthorne Public Schools will ensure that diversity in all of its forms is respected and valued within the educational community by fostering and promoting an environment of inclusiveness where all students, staff, and families feel welcome while being their authentic selves.
MISSION
The Hawthorne Public Schools will create an environment that provides opportunities to meet the entire population’s diverse needs, which will enhance student achievement both academically and socially. The Hawthorne Public Schools commits to promoting these principles and ideals to correct current and historical shortcomings and contribute directly to the quality of learning for all educational community members.
Dr. Pedro Noguera, Excellence Through Equity
Committee Members
Administration/BOE Members
Richard Spirito, Kristen Trabona, Art Mazzacca, Cheryl Pasquale, Jennifer Ehrentraut
Parents/Community Members
Jim Bushoven, Joe DiGeronimo, Kiara Gary, Andrea Kroeze, Defina Moore, Toby Murphy, Alma Morel
Student/Alumni Representatives
Cameron Moore
Teacher Representatives
Renee Auerbach, Theresa DiGeronimo, Brianna Palmer, Osvaldo Duran, Jennifer Trentacosta