At Buckley, we believe that our differences are a source of collective strength, and strive to cultivate a community where equity and justice are at the forefront, and where every human being is valued and feels a true sense of belonging.
Our Diversity StatementOur diversity statement affirmed by The Buckley School Board of Trustees calls us to:
The Board of Trustees also promotes these initiatives through the work of its DEI committee. |
Valued & Empowered
At Buckley, equity and inclusion are foundational, shaping everything from curriculum design to event planning. Our dynamic social justice symposia, coffeehouses, guest speakers, and lunchtime club meetings ensure that every voice is valued and every individual feels empowered to participate fully in our community.
Diversity Programming
- Lower School Culture Clubs (Grades K–1, 2-3, 4–5)
- Diversity Club (Grades 6–8 and Grades 9–12)
- Cultural assemblies throughout the year
- Black History Month art shows
- Middle and Upper School Symposia
- Open forums on featured topics during lunch
- DEI Committee of the Board of Trustees
- Faculty Diversity Council (Faculty members K–12)
- Parent education roundtable discussions (held twice a year in conjunction with the Parents’ Association)
- Affinity groups
DEI Symposia
Past symposia have included speakers about topics such as women leaders of color, LGBTQ+ art and expression, antisemitism, Black hair, microfinance, long COVID, mental health, and women in Iran. Any student can submit a symposium topic for approval and then acquire the speakers, create a poster, and moderate.
Intersections of Identity
Every ninth grade student at Buckley takes this signature course, which builds awareness, leadership skills, and identity development. Students explore big themes such as power, systems of oppression, gentrification, and how dominant culture plays out in the media and creation of self-image.
Family Networks
Buckley's family networks bring together family members and students with common identities to share experiences and form connections. Led by parents and guardians, these networks receive support from the Office of DEI and the Parents' Association.
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Our Family Groups Include:- AAPI Family Network (for families who identify as Asian or Pacific Islander)
- Alliance for Neurodiversity and Learning Differences (for families of neurodiverse students)
- Black Heritage Family Network (for families who identify as Black or African American)
- Jewish Family Network (for families who identify as Jewish)
- LAMBDA Family Network (for families who identify as LGBTQIA+)
- Latino(a)/Hispanic Family Network (for families who identify as Latino/a or Hispanic)
- Middle Eastern/North African (MENA) Family Network (for families who identify as Middle Eastern or North African)
- Muslim Family Network (for families who identify as Muslim)
- Single Parent and Divorced Family Network
- South Asian Family Network (for families who identify as South Asian)
- AAPI Family Network (for families who identify as Asian or Pacific Islander)
- Alliance for Neurodiversity and Learning Differences (for families of neurodiverse students)
- Black Heritage Family Network (for families who identify as Black or African American)
- Jewish Family Network (for families who identify as Jewish)
- LAMBDA Family Network (for families who identify as LGBTQIA+)
- Latino(a)/Hispanic Family Network (for families who identify as Latino/a or Hispanic)
- Middle Eastern/North African (MENA) Family Network (for families who identify as Middle Eastern or North African)
- Muslim Family Network (for families who identify as Muslim)
- Single Parent and Divorced Family Network
- South Asian Family Network (for families who identify as South Asian)
Student Affinity Groups
Buckley has several student affinity groups led by students and teachers. These groups support student-led activities and respect the experiences, and efforts that students want to share, whether on or off campus.
- AAPI Student Association (for students in grades 6-12 who identify as Asian or Pacific Islander)
- Black Student Union (for students in grades 6-12 who identify as Black or African American)
- Jewish Student Union (for students in grades 9-12 who identify as Jewish)
- LAMBDA Affinity Group (for students in grades 6-12 who identify as LGBTQIA+)
- Latinos Unidos (for students in grades 9-12 who identify as Hispanic or Latino/a)
- Middle Eastern/North African Affinity Group (for students in grades 8-12 who identify as Middle Eastern or North African)
- Multi-Racial Affinity Group (for students in grades 9-12 who identify as Multi-Racial)
- Muslim Student Union (for students in grades 9-12 who identify as Muslim
Sharing Our Stories
Identity and self-discovery are essential to students’ understanding of themselves and one another. This work encompasses identity development framework that includes ability, age, ethnicity, family structure, gender, race, religion, and socio-economic status. In Lower School, this exploration is present in programs such as Sharing Our Stories at weekly assemblies.
