01/21/2025 MASHPEE INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY COMMITTEE Minutes

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IMP. IMBO d"fr,,{yn,r,fw VhP. w Mashpee lncCusion and'Diversity Committee 16 Great Weck RoadWorth 'Alashyee, AMA 02649 The logo will be updated to reflect larger images of the hands. Survey: Next Step Mr. Kupferman stated they are almost ready to distribute a draft to the Committee. With Ms. Hanscom gone, it would be helpful to have another set of hands. He would like to touch base with Gail Wilson about Survey Monkey. School Committee Status: a.) Proposed Warrant b.) Replacement for Hope Hanscom The School Committee launched a survey in search of a Superintendent, this included people's desires, important qualities, etc. It was used to prepare the search committee and create a framework to rate candidates, while also remaining unbiased in approach. It was distributed to 500 individuals, but they didn't feel like the survey captured many votes. Dan Rodrigues is present this evening as representative of the School Committee. There is a strong desire to seek a mutual understanding here, but what are we trying to accomplish? There is an opportunity to partner, but do our visions align? If we as the driving forces can't formally identify, how can we expect our allies to understand or align with our vision? What happens in our school is a microcosm of what goes on in our greater community. We want to create environments of understanding and compassion, and then folks go back out into the community. How can we best equip our students to interact and survive. Family dynamics impact what goes on in schools, and they are unsure how to solve that piece. Chair Stevenson commented that she is looking for a school representative that holds an administrative position, as that person can accomplish a lot, whether it be grant advisements, productions, or the power of the pen. Race Amity Day Planning — Event: June 8, 2025 Doctor William Roberts, pastor and educator, will be the new public speaker. Ms. Johnson- Graham will give the Native Blessing in both English and Native tongue. They are looking into brands and sponsors to bring The Crocodile River Band in entirety or a smaller group of the band for less money. Lastly, there are further attempts being made to bring more food sponsors. The Chair commented they will contact Mr. Kraft and the Patriots Foundation. We would like to give an annual award at Race Amity Day, to honor someone who supports inclusion and diversity in Mashpee. Last year's first recipient was Patty DeBoer for her dedication to this entire community. Visibility of MIDC 3