Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

We promote Inclusivity

• We respect people, actively value diversity, and are committed to equity, dialogue, and restorative practices.
• We promote a dynamic and intentional environment that fosters understanding, collaboration, participation, and a sense of belonging. 

We choose
Kindness

• Being friendly, generous, and considerate to yourself and others often require courage and strength, as it involves the willingness to acknowledge and celebrate others.
• Choosing to promote care for others and practice camaraderie. 

We require Responsibility 

• Responsibility for personal conduct, community well-being, and educational excellence.
• Awareness and appreciation for differences are constantly reinforced through accountability for one’s choices, words, and actions.

We foster
Trust

• We build trust in every relationship to foster a culture of integrity, honesty, empathy, listening, reliability, and fairness.
• Respect for and trust in oneself, the school, and each other.

We practice a 
Growth Mindset

• We nurture a growth mindset in all aspects of school culture, modeling lifelong learning, fostering resilience, and encouraging learning from mistakes.
• We recognize that Newark Academy’s work is never done in building an inclusive community and we are committed to ensuring all members of the community feel valued.