Raising greater awareness to the differences and similarities among us, including areas that cause division instead of connection/Seeking understanding across lines of differences
Our microcosm of a school will make a macro statement
Oneness, sisterhood/brotherhood and love
Platform for discussion and exchange on diversity
Explore an attitude of openness and humility which encourages celebration of our differences
Education becoming a multicultural education, providing the skills to live in a complex and pluralistic society
Active engagement with diversity: exchange and participation, two-way traffic
How
Student level
Curriculum: multicultural courses in all subjects, exposure to global issues in all subjects.
Strong foreign language programs plus the English as a Second Language (ESL)
International Baccalaureate program with the global curriculum
Service learning: leadership programs in multicultural and global issues, exchange programs, participation in programs of social justice, immersion in environments different from the ones of Lausanne students.
Financial aid scholarships
Extracurricular activities involving diverse populations.
Social integration for international students in the school community
How
Faculty level
Teacher enrichment programs and training.
Vertical teams discussions on multicultural education: content and strategies.
Hiring culturally diverse and multilingual faculty with a broad range of experiences.
Directing service learning and outreach programs towards projects that promote the understanding and participation in all aspects of diversity
Engaging parents as resources on diversity in the classroom and others
Encouraging parents to voice concerns and desires
Providing occasions for interaction among the diverse groups in the school
Involving parents as active participants on issues involving diversity
Developing a support system for international families.
Parent Level How
Alumni
Establishing rapport with alumni who can play an active role in an “energetic engagement with diversity”, or pluralism
Involving alumni in on-campus/off-campus activities that promote the “what”
How
Others
Food Services: Occasional International and Ethnic cuisine
Reflection of the diversity in the school in its physical environment
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