Brookline Schools Launch Coalition For Anti-Racism Education

BROOKLINE, MA — The Public Schools of Brookline's Office of Equity is partnering with local families to convene monthly meetings of CARE, a Coalition for Anti-Racism Education, said Superintendent Linus Guillory in an update Friday.

Representing all PSB schools, CARE is a group of families who join together to address racism and systemic injustices, including racist thinking, practices, and actions. The coalition's primary goal is to build a more inclusive, just, and equitable school community in Brookline across all grade levels.

"This year, CARE members will serve as liaisons to the diversity and equity groups at their respective students’ schools," said Guillory. "In addition, CARE will sponsor anti-racism education opportunities for families and share advisory feedback around district-level equity efforts."

"This includes actively challenging and changing the policies, behaviors, and beliefs that perpetuate racist ideas and actions within our community," he continued.

Anyone who is interested in joining CARE is asked to reach out to Senior Director of Educational Equity Jenee Uttaro at jenee_uttaro@psbma.org.