Dignity and Belonging

Pembroke Hill seeks to fulfill our mission, Together, cultivating the best in each, for the benefit of all, by recognizing that diversity, belonging, equity and inclusion are integral elements of school and community life. Our mission-inspired goal is together, cultivating each to be a global thinker and valuable member of the PHS community poised to acquire the academic and life skills that make a significant difference for all.

Diversity & Belonging

Together: We see diversity along with our student’s ability to think critically and creatively as the unique demographic and intellectual differences that comprise our PHS community. Some of this diversity includes, but is not limited to, disability (e.g., learning disabilities, mental health), gender expression, family composition, race, ethnicity, sexual identity (LGBTQIA+), socioeconomic status, nationality, religion and diverse learning and work styles. As an extension of diversity, we see belonging as an outcome of our diverse school environments where everyone is treated and feels like a full member of the larger community and can thrive.

Our mission-defined work in Diversity & Belonging:

We seek to understand, monitor and acknowledge the diverse identities in our community.
Our school community is a microcosm of the world, and, as such, will increasingly reflect the many differences that exist in the global context.
Exposure to, and acceptance of diverse communities in our academic and social spaces prepares our students in intentional ways for global thinking and considerations of multiple perspectives.

Inclusion

Cultivating the best in each: Inclusion is ensuring that each identity is seen as an asset to our school community. We see inclusion as actively working toward creating a learning environment where everyone is included, visible, heard and an integral part of our whole community. As a result, our academic and social environments are enhanced because each person can authentically fulfill their potential as a global thinker and valued member of our school community.

Our mission-defined work in Inclusion:

We seek to continue current, as well as develop new, inclusive practices for each person in our school community.
Creating and maintaining inclusive, safe and welcoming spaces in classrooms, dining halls, and during athletics and extracurricular activities is our collective responsibility as a school community.
Excellence in inclusion is when each person can fully participate in school life, have meaningful interactions, and leave the experience not feeling diminished in regard to any aspect of their identity.

Equity

For the benefit of all: We see equity as the active process of identifying, assessing and removing barriers to academic success and eliminating inequities in student experiences in our school community. Our framework for equity includes the provision of opportunities, support for growth, and encouragement to fulfill our school mission. Equity ensures that our focus on diversity and inclusive practices is effective and meets the needs of all in our school community.

Our mission-defined work in Equity:

We seek to continuously improve our diversity, belonging, inclusion and equity practices by using the information from internal examinations and staying aware of best practices in peer institutions.
Consistent growth, not perfection, is our approach in the area of equity.