SILVER STREAM PRIDE FLAG RAISING

Silver Stream Public School is thrilled to announce that it will be raising the Pride Flag tomorrow, May 30th, in the morning at 10 a.m. We will be flying the flag to show our commitment to a safe school environment. The York Region District School Board believes that Equity and Inclusive Education are the foundation for excellence. We believe that all students must be treated with respect and dignity and have access to schools where they are safe, welcome, accepted and included. 

Flying the Pride flag does the following:

• demonstrates our commitment to eliminating harmful biases and prejudice that lead to discrimination and exclusion of our 2SLGBTQ+ students, staff and families.
• signals our commitment to upholding the principles outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms which reflect the values held by Canadians and Ontarians.
• aligns with the Director's Annual Plan which identifies Equity and Inclusivity as a priority area.

We also recognize the diversity within our 2SLGBTQ+ communities and acknowledge the presence of indigenous, racialized, disabled, and other diverse identities.

Thank you for your support of this very important step forward in making our school a safe place for all. 

Ms. Yeates