Health equity leader and MCS parent, Dr. Oni Blackstock, sheds light on the need for diversity in educational content and the importance of children seeing their humanity reflected in their learning environment, all through a personal anecdote about her son’s MCS class.
Dr. Maida Galves, Public Health Professor and MCS parent, talks about the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere at MCS, emphasizing its diversity across racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic lines, and the profound impact this has on multicultural families like hers.
Roberta Pereira, Executive Director at the NY Public Library for the Performing Arts, proudly reflects on how her Latinx heritage and immigrant background drew her to MCS, where the school’s commitment to equal access and celebrating diverse voices fosters a truly unique and inclusive environment.
LGBTQ activist, community leader, and MCS Parent Ana Maria Archila gives testament to MCS as a safe and supportive space where her children are encouraged to embrace their own identities and expressions and honor those of others.
Dr. Christopher Emdin, professor of education and MCS parent, presents a compelling narrative that MCS is a safe space where Black children excel academically without compromising their well-being or cultural identity.
NPR journalist and culture critic Alison Stewart shares her family’s journey at MCS, where her son’s Jewish and Black heritage is embraced and celebrated in a community dedicated to inclusivity.
