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I grew up in an east-side suburb of Detroit in a community that did not prioritize discussing issues of race, equity, or inclusion.  In fact, as I reflect back on my childhood and formative years, I can recall witnessing greater instances of exclusion than inclusion.  Among the greatest privileges of belonging to the Springmont community has been the opportunity to learn alongside my children.  We took some time around the dinner table last night to discuss the significance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.  It was Joshua who led the conversation of the historical events of Dr. King’s life that had been discussed in his Lower Elementary classroom, while Katherine shared with us about books that had been read to her from our Media Center.  While we acknowledged the progress made by Dr. King, we also discussed the need to further his work.  I am grateful to be part of a school community that values diversity of all kinds and to know that the Montessori education our children are receiving prepares them to see beyond themselves and want to lead socially useful and purposeful lives.  My hope for my own children and all Springmont students is that they will discover their unique gifts and how they can use them to advocate for and serve the needs of others. Each day brings many small opportunities to nurture mutual respect and understanding, both on campus and at home. I am hopeful that our collective efforts will help lead us towards a more equitable, peaceful, and harmonious world.