Diversity & Community

“We believe we are a school that prepares children and families to go out into a world where everybody is valued, so having a school that embraces inclusion and differences is crucial for them as children, for their future, and the world.”

Peggy François
Maple Street School Executive Director

The Maple Street School is an environment where children and families build a community in which all voices are worthy of being heard. We see our classrooms as microcosms for the world at large and welcome diversity in all its possible forms, including but not limited to racial and economic diversity, all the ways families are made, different learning styles, language and cultural differences, gender expression and more. At Maple Street we want everyone to feel safe, valued, and seen. We work hard to create a climate that embraces everything that everyone has to offer and to address challenges from a perspective of justice and healing when they arise.

“We believe we are creators of culture and by learning about and committing to social justice, we believe we can create a more just, inclusive and equitable society for our children a little at a time.”

Wendy Cole
Maple Street School Executive Director 2001-2021