Each year, a prominent speaker or thought leader will address independent school community members on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion from a different perspective or lens. More information coming soon…
The Dr. Ernie Levroney-Robles Speaker Series event features a prominent speaker who will engage and inspire participants to explore current issues such as racial and educational equity, activism and social justice, and anti-racism and anti-bias frameworks. More information coming soon…
The Bring PoCC Home event focuses on bringing back the experiences and learnings from the NAIS People of Color Conference. This whole-day event will focus on networking, collaboration, affinity, and DEI skills. More information coming soon…
Attending the NAIS Gather Conference this December? Join fellow educators, administrators, and professionals of color for the National POCIS Meetup. This informal gathering is an opportunity to connect with colleagues from independent schools across the country, expand your professional network, reconnect with familiar faces, and build new relationships in a welcoming community. This is not […]
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📍 Wildwood School (Elementary Campus) -12201 Washington Place, Los Angeles, CA 90066 👥 All Southern California independent school faculty are welcome Educators are navigating a changing landscape while creating communities where students and colleagues can thrive. Affinity Reimagined creates space to connect through lived experience, reflect on identity, and strengthen what sustains us– this newly […]
📍 The Local Peasant – 14058 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 👥 All Southern California independent school faculty are welcome Kick off the new school year with good vibes and great company! Join us for Joyful Beginnings: A SoCal POCIS Happy Hour – an evening dedicated to connection, celebration, and taking a well-deserved moment […]
An Open Dialogue hosted by National POCIS Honoring the Legacy & Mission of PoCC Through Gather with Morva McDonald, Ph.D. NAIS Vice President, Leadership & Governance April 23, 2026 4:30 PM PST, 7:30 PM EST Join us on Zoom for this important dialogue with NAIS. We suggest you read this letter before the event. RSVP […]
Dena Nicole Simmons, Ed.D. Author, SEL & Equity Leader Friday May 8, 2026 9:00a – 2:00p Oakwood Secondary School 11600 Magnolia Blvd North Hollywood, CA 916
Join us for Rethinking Diversity 2026, an inspiring evening with Don Smith, seasoned educator, compassionate leader, and recipient of this year’s Bessie Bruington Burke Excellence in Education Award. With over 20 years of experience in independent schools and currently serving as Head of Middle School at The Buckley School, Don brings a powerful blend of […]
