HomeMy WebLinkAboutEquityDiversity 2016-02-04 MinutesEQUITY AND DIVERSITY MEETING MINUTES
February 4, 2016
Present: Joan Hernandez, Nate Robinson, Crystal Sweet, Aaron Draganov
Absent: Kathy Hougardy, Thong Ung, Melissa Hart
Staff: Joyce Trantina
Guests: Mayor Allan Ekberg, Dr. Gregory King, Tukwila School District, Akila Olebar- Dowers
(Foster HS Student)
Meeting was called to order at 5:25 p.m.
OLD BUSINESS
Minutes from the January 7, 2016 meeting were approved as written. Moved to approve by
Crystal Sweet, seconded by Joan Hernandez.
UNANIMOUS APPROVAL
NEW BUSINESS
School District Vacancies (2
Members are encouraged to reach out to residents and others who might have an interest in
serving the City in this important work. Joyce will send Dr. King an application form.
Grant ADDlication. Tukwila School District
The Commissioners discussed the above application, which requests financial support in the
amount of $1,200 to support the TSD Intercultural Film Festival this spring. Commissioners felt
the film program would be in alignment with Goal No. 3, "Proactively foster /develop
partnerships among entities and groups that are working to promote a more equitable Tukwila
for all members of our community" and were in agreement that the Commission should
provide this support as a co -host of the series. Three movies would be shown, and open to
everyone. A light meal would also be provided.
Equity and Diversity Commission
February 4, 2016
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There were also a few questions:
• Who will be attending the E/D meeting (as noted on the Grant Application form?
• How will the film series be promoted?
Joyce will talk with Sara, the District Communication person regarding these questions, and let
her know that the Commission is supportive of the Grant Application.
Motion to approve the Grant Application by the Tukwila School District in the amount of $1,200
to support the TSD Intercultural Film Festival, Spring, 2016 by Crystal Sweet. Seconded by
Aaron Draganov.
UNANIMOUS APPROVAL
Career Fair, Foster High School
The Career Fair at Foster is scheduled for April 28. If anyone has networks /groups, it would be
good to help get the word out to businesses and others who could be presenters or have a
table at the event. The more our youth can be exposed to people from all walks of life and
careers, the better. Speakers have a lot of freedom regarding their presentations — some are
"hands on ", some use powerpoint, etc. Student ambassadors are also available to act as
"hosts" for speakers. The Chamber would like to be involved this year and we anticipate more
participation by City staff in helping kids understand the great jobs that exist in the City
organization.
Joyce provided some information about a similar career fair at Showalter on April 21, targeted
to families.
Other:
Dr. King provided some information regarding a program called Girls Who Code, which is
targeted to female students who have an interest /aptitude in math and computer science. He
is also taking 5 students to Microsoft to participate in their Minority Day event. He shared that
a lot of companies he talks with, are looking for high school students who have some hands on
experience (robotics, manufacturing) — so any exposure students can get is helpful to the
students. CTE is trying to help kids understand more about the jobs that exist in our region.
Meeting adjourned 6:15 p.m.
NEXT MEETING —MARCH 3, 2016