The Minneapolis Public Schools Equity and School Climate department leads the district equity and inclusion efforts and is reponsible for overseeing the MPS Achievement & Integration plan.
MPS is committed to addressing the educational gaps in our District. The MPS Equity Framework is supported by the Equity and Diversity Policy 1304 which states that “Every student deserves equitable access to quality academic programs and support to be successful, regardless of race, economic status or circumstance.”
Educational Equity Looks Like:
Educational Equity Feels Like:
Derek Francis
Executive Director Equity and School Climate Derek.Francis@mpls.k12.mn.us
For any questions about our policies or regarding a disciplinary incident relating to your student, you may email us at:
SchoolClimate@mpls.k12.mn.us
Equity is a multifaceted endeavor at MPS. We're working with partners across the district to provide more equitable educational outcomes to our students.
Various projects at MPS support equity work, including