A message from the Annandale Pyramid
Dear Annandale Pyramid Families,
We are writing to you as your Pyramid Principals to share our sadness and outrage of the disturbing and heartbreaking events taking place throughout our country. We are deeply disturbed by the images of hate, racism and violent events that are unfolding across the nation. We acknowledge that these events are painful for us all and especially painful for our Black and African American community members. As an Annandale Community, we see you and stand with you. Racism and hate have no place in the world and no place in the Annandale Pyramid. Diversity makes us stronger, and we are proud to lead a diverse Annandale Pyramid community.
In response to these events, our teachers will support students as they have questions and concerns. We understand that conversations build relationships and relationships are essential to developing respect, understanding, and appreciation for one another’s unique and beautiful differences.
This work will move beyond this school year, as our schools continue to receive professional learning on equitable and culturally responsive practices. We are committed to furthering our learning in order to dissolve racism and injustice while promoting inclusive school communities where diversity is valued, appreciated and celebrated.
Respectfully,
Shawn DeRose, Annandale High School
Margaret Barnes, Holmes Middle School
Jason Pannutti, Poe Middle School
Erin Whatley, Montrose ALC
Lisa Pilson, Annandale Terrace Elementary
Keesha Jackson-Muir, Braddock Elementary
Elizabeth Williams, Bren Mar Park Elementary
Michael Cunningham, Columbia Elementary
Sherry Shin, Mason Crest Elementary
Chad McRae, North Springfield Elementary
Felicia Usher, Weyanoke Elementary
Here are a few resources for families on these topics:
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