Intolerance is Unacceptable

Intolerance is Unacceptable
Intolerance is Unacceptable

Dear Senator Nation,

 

The Capital School District recognizes and values the diversity that represents all members of Senator Nation. To demonstrate our commitment to advancing a culturally competent district, we have been working with partners and consultants for the past two years on our vision for increasing understanding with staff, students and parents with the community on how to strengthen equity and cultural competency throughout our schools and community. The district embraces and acknowledges the significance of inclusion for students and staff to express their religious choice.

On Sunday, April 10, 2022 the statement below was released by my office.

“We are aware of an incident which involved insulting remarks about a Muslim student. At no time are these types of remarks acceptable, particularly during the Muslim Holy Season of Ramadan, and there is no excuse for such intolerance.”

I have been in communication with the family of the student involved in this matter and various community members regarding co-developing a plan for how we can accelerate our efforts to increase understanding of the diversity that is represented in Senator Nation. I have and will continue to reiterate that any forms of “intolerance is unacceptable” and that the district will continue to address any matters or forms of intolerance by using the appropriate protocols and procedures.

During this time, I want to encourage everyone to temper their actions to ensure demonstration of consideration for the values and choices of all members of our community regardless of race, gender, religion, gender identity or other factors.

Finally, what has transpired is unfortunate and is not condoned. It is important to stress that all Senator students and staff have a responsibility to ensure that this does not occur again.

As the Superintendent, I am committed to leading the efforts to safeguard everyone's opportunity to engage in self-expression of their cultural values. I have been consistent in my message that it is the spirit of unity through love that we need now more than ever. Thank you.

In Spirit of Unity through Love,

Dr. Vilicia Cade
CEO & Superintendent 

Capital School District 

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