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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Why is this offensive - if you don't like the values of diversity, equity and inclusion, you don't have to go to that private  school.  I don't understand why the NY Post or some of these posters think this is a "gotcha" like the school is doing something they shouldn't and were found out.

Whether the school is actually honoring its own principles is a different question but having the seminars doesn't make it worse - this is a totally disingenuous complaint and  a logical fallacy which we as a society need to stop.  If the seminars bother you I am sure achieving actual DEI goals would be even more upsetting[/quote]

It’s the Maoist struggle session vibe that’s upsetting.  Helping kids of different backgrounds get a good education would be awesome.  I fail to see how having parents write an essay about their commitment to that goal affects anything.  [/quote]

It’s pure CYA.
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Parents also write essays about their interests in various schools. They can just not write the essays.[/quote]

That’s why it is pure CYA for the schools.  They can advertise it and point to it when challenged about their philosophy, admissions policies, etc. But they won’t enforce it and it won’t change anything.  Meaningless theatre.  [/quote]

I went to a school with a strong D&I program in the 90s, and it made an impact on me. This school can do the same for its students & parents. It’s an opportunity and a step. Not a solution. Nothing to get upset over[/quote]

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