March 2025 Equity Newsletter
Check out the Cultural Celebration Toolkit for important cultural dates, celebrations, and resources that you can use in your school communities.
Events & Happenings
Women’s History Month
Women’s History Month began as a week-long celebration in March of 1982. In 1987, following the petitioning of the National Women’s History Project, March was declared “Women’s History Month.” Since then, Presidents have issued a series of annual proclamations designating March as “Women’s History Month.” These proclamations celebrate the contributions of women to our nation and their achievements over the course of American history, in a variety of fields. This month, the School District of Philadelphia celebrates and acknowledges the contributions women have made to our District, city, and nation.
DEI Happenings
Equity in Practice: Women’s History Month Panel Discussion
Join the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on Wednesday, March 19th, 2025, from 12pm – 1pm for our Women’s History Month panel discussion where we will explore how to collectively uplift women’s voices and contributions within our district and community .
Panelists will include School District of Philadelphia staff and community advocates.
Panelist will include School District of Philadelphia staff and Community Advocates
City of Philadelphia Office of Muslim Engagement: Ramadan Ready Toolkit
The Ramadan Ready Toolkit is a practical, optional, educational resource for Philadelphia schools, childcare centers, education administration offices, and higher education institutions. This toolkit is intended to serve as a helpful guide for institutions that are interested in supporting students and employees who observe the month of Ramadan. The toolkit offer’s insights and practical considerations for those looking to make adjustments during the month.
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Community Resources & Opportunities
Prior to Ramadan, the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion partnered with the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Muslim Engagement for an informative presentation on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for students and staff during the month of Ramadan. The presentation outlined the Ramadan Ready Toolkit, which is a practical, optional, educational resource for Philadelphia schools, childcare centers, education administration offices, and higher education institutions.
On Wednesday, February 12th 2025, The Office of DEI hosted a panel discussion in celebration of Black History month. This discussion will highlighted the Black experience and how we can collectively uplift the Black community as a District.
Panelist will included School District of Philadelphia staff and representatives from WeReign and the Philadelphia Free Library.
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