Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) 

At Rheem Elementary, we want every student to feel included, welcomed, safe, supported, respected and valued. In conjunction with the Moraga School District, we are committed to advancing diversity, inclusion and equity. We honor the uniqueness of each individual and embrace diverse backgrounds, identities, values, and points of view to build a strong, inclusive community.

Through the work of our Rheem community of parents, teachers, staff and PTA we have ongoing dialogue, education, an on-site staff resource library and events throughout the year that promote and advance diversity, equity and inclusion. Our hope is that this creates an environment for all students to thrive and for all of our families to feel connected.  

Rheem Staff Resource Library:

Through the Rheem PTA, school, and teacher support, we built a staff lending library full of inclusive stories and diverse authors teaching the topics of Diversity, Identity, Justice, and Action.  With over 100 titles to choose from, there are beautiful stories connecting our students to themes that make for a better school, community, and world.  Rheem staff access this library to incorporate these books into their class curriculum. 

Special thank you to Shanna Dennis and Kim Habas for all their hard work in building this special library.

Rheem Community Events at a Glance:

Roadrunner Day - 8/8/2022

Back to School Coffee - 8/9/2022

Adult Social - 9/12/2022

Fall Carnival - 10/7/2022

Math Night - 2/10/2023

Variety Show - 3/10/2023

Science Fair - 4/20/2023

Global Art, Food and Traditions Night - 4/28/2023

Spring Rheem Community Event - 5/12/2023

Links to the Moraga School District Policies and Programs:

• MSD Policies on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging 
• Cultural Proficiency Committee

If you are interested in learning more, have feedback to share or would like to volunteer to be part of the Cultural Proficiency Committee or parent-led DEI Rheem group -  please reach out to rheempta@gmail.com.