Final

Pullman School District

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Task Force Meeting

Date and Time

Wednesday January 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM PST

Location

District Office 

Pullman Public Schools

240 SE Dexter St. 

Pullman, WA 99163

 

Agenda

Section Number Topic Number Details
I. Opening Items
  A. Record Attendance
  B. Call the Meeting to Order
II. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Task Force
  A. Tasks assigned by the School Board
   
  1. Brainstorm ideas for community partnerships to aid students in need or to improve equitable access. 
  2. Develop ideas on how to promote and create the context for DEIB conversations among staff, students and with the community.
  3. Explore opportunities to develop family advocacy and support networks across multiple areas.
  B. Spring "Community Connections" Planning
  C. Explore Grant Funding Opportunities
   

Innovia Foundation - Community Grant Program

2026 Funding Theme: Building Stability and Belonging

Link: https://innovia.org/nonprofits/apply-for-a-grant/ 

 
  D. Learn More: Washington Assessment of the Risks and Needs of Students (WARNS)
   

The Washington Assessment of the Risks and Needs of Students (WARNS) is a brief (40 items) self-report measure for 11 to 18-year-old middle and high school youth.  WARNS is designed to allow schools, courts, and youth service providers assess individual risks and needs that may lead to truancy or school failure, and to target interventions accordingly. 
III. Closing Items
  A. Adjourn Meeting