Equity Council
Equity Council
In response to the Yazzie and Martinez consolidated lawsuit, and at the direction of NMPED, HLHS formed an Equity Council to support the equity and inclusion initiatives of the District.
We are embracing the opportunity to work toward serving New Mexico students by building an equitable, excellent, and relevant educational system that draws upon the experiences and strengths of our communities.
In response to the Yazzie and Martinez consolidated lawsuit, and at the direction of NMPED, HLHS formed an Equity Council to support the equity and inclusion initiatives of the District.
We are embracing the opportunity to work toward serving New Mexico students by building an equitable, excellent, and relevant educational system that draws upon the experiences and strengths of our communities.
Who is the Equity Council?
Equity Council Membership includes representatives from school leadership, school staff, students, parents and family members, community members, and members of Nations, Tribes, or Pueblos. The Equity Council will continually work to ensure at least half of the total membership is represented by the student groups identified in the Court’s ruling in the Yazzie/Martinez case – students with disabilities, Native American students, students who are English learners, and economically disadvantaged students.
What is the Equity Council?
Our Equity Council is student led, community informed, and staff supported. Equity Council is a space where we understand that EVERY single student has the potential to flourish and do well with the right support. It is a space where we value all students’ individual assets and strengths. We understand that sometimes the hardest thing is to ask for help. Equity council is a space where students advocate for students and where we understand the need for collaboration, community, and support.
What is the mission of the Equity Council?
The HLHS Equity Council has taken on the tasks of elevating student voice, intentional community building, cultural celebration, talking about current events and how they impact our school community, advocating for students, and creating a welcoming environment where all students can share their needs, wants, hopes and dreams.
What is the goal of the Equity Council?
The goal of the Council is to ensure HLHS engages students in the highest quality learning, prepares students for responsible, productive citizenship, and inspires students to be college and career ready regardless of language, culture, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status.
What does the Equity Council do?
The HLHS Equity Council is working hard to actively address the educational inequities that exist within Bilingual Education, Indian Education, and Special Education. The Council recognizes racial equity as a critical component to raising the achievement of each and every student.
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