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Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging

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Cultivating a Culture of Kindness, Trust, and Belonging

Menlo strives to be a community where every person feels welcomed, valued, and included.

We are committed to cultivating a culture where every student can flourish as a full participant in the life of the School and leave a lasting legacy as their best and authentic self. A deep sense of belonging, grounded in our shared values of kindness, curiosity, empathy, and respect, is at the heart of this endeavor.

When students feel seen, valued, and connected to their school community, they are more likely to excel academically, socially, and emotionally. Belonging is not only central to overall well-being, it also fuels stronger relationships with peers and teachers and supports students in developing the confidence to take risks, the courage to explore new ideas, and the resilience to navigate challenges—all of which are essential in empowering them to reach their fullest potential.

 

Our institutional commitment is rooted in research-driven best practices. Through purposeful efforts, our academic program is designed to foster empathy, courage, curiosity, and a strong ethical foundation, which helps students find their voices and advocate for themselves and others.

Students and faculty thoughtfully and respectfully engage in a curriculum that integrates the multiplicity of voices, ideas, viewpoints, and lived experiences within our School and the broader world. We believe that embracing our differences—and building a community of belonging—makes Menlo stronger and is imperative in fulfilling our mission to prepare the next generation to seek active and engaged roles in a world filled with diverse perspectives and challenges.

Student groups gather on the Quad for the 2024 Club Fair

What Does Belonging Feel Like at Menlo?

A panel of Upper School students shares their perspectives on belonging at Menlo.

EDIB Speaker: Dr. Claude Steele

Claude Steele, an American social psychologist and a Professor of Psychology best known for his work on stereotype threat and its application to minority student academic performance, joins Keith Wheeler in conversation.

Menlo’s EDIB Team

Carmen Borbón

Director of Institutional Belonging

Miriam Magaña

Director of Family Support

Fatima Taungahihifo
Fatima Taungahihifo

Assistant Director of Family Support

Courtney Tyler

Assistant Director of Student Belonging

EDIB at Menlo: Initiatives and Resources

 

Non-Discrimination Policy

Menlo School does not discriminate or condone discrimination against any member of the School community on any basis, including race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religious creed, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, physical or mental disability, genetic information, genetic characteristics, marital status, citizenship, immigration status, primary language, veteran or military service status, and all other legally protected characteristics in any of its policies, procedures or practices. This nondiscriminatory policy covers admission and access to, and treatment and employment in, the School’s programs and activities.

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