District 49 Cultural Leadership Advisory Council (CLAC) was established in 2020 to represent the diversity of the population District 49 serves and to foster a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture for students, employees, and the community.

Equity leadership should permeate the breadth (functions) and depth (hierarchy) of the district’s, instructional leadership, educational systems & supports (prioritizing culturally sustainable instruction and curriculum), social-emotional support structures (restorative practices), workforce culture, and community outreach.

The D49 CLAC works to integrate best practices for diversity, equity, and inclusion into district policies and programs. The D49 CLAC serves as an advisory body to the district’s senior leaders and Board of Education. The D49 CLAC will provide research, recommendations, event support, and policy guidance to D49’s leadership as requested and as outlined in the D49 CLAC’s annual work plan.

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