Diversity & Equity
Graduating seniors of Detroit Catholic Central are formed over their four years in the Basilian tradition of goodness, discipline, and knowledge. Diversity and equity are woven into the full Catholic Central experience, providing students with opportunities to better know themselves and their fellow Shamrocks. Catholic values, combined with our Basilian tradition, advance mutual respect and brotherhood among students.
At Catholic Central, our responsibility for forming young men in excellence is inseparable from our dedication to diversity and equity. Diversity and equity are two interconnected concepts—but they are far from interchangeable. Diversity is about representation, or the make-up of an entity. Equity is a state that’s established when every individual has the specific support they need to succeed and grow. Catholic Central remains committed to these concepts to ensure that our school is a welcoming community for families of all backgrounds.
At A Glance
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Diversity & Equity Task Force
About
The Diversity & Equity Task Force is a volunteer group that builds bridges within and among the school community to foster a culture of respect, trust, and understanding that will be associated with the enhancement of the Catholic Central High School experience. It consists of 24 members, 15 departments, with 7 subcommittees: Student Intervention & Retention, Marketing & Communication, Instruction/Curriculum, Events & Celebrations, Employee Pipeline, Procurement, Policy Review.
Mission Statement
Catholic Central prepares our students to become productive, faith-filled members of society by providing competitive, equitable opportunities and support for individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Renewed Commitment
Catholic Central embarked on a renewed commitment to diversity and equity in fall 2021. The Diversity Equity Task Force was formed, composed of key faculty and staff, to review the full Catholic Central experience.
Meet the Diversity & Equity Task Force
In Case You Missed It...
Detroit Catholic Central High School welcomed Inspirational Speaker Jacob Brown on March 8 to speak to students about the importance of embracing failure and using it as a stepping stone to success. Brown spoke to the students about the benefits of taking risks, learning from mistakes, and never giving up.
Brian Chaney ‘91, CEO of Chane Reaction Counseling Services, returned home to Catholic Central on Wednesday, February 8 to share his life journey and provide students a glimpse into the world of social work and counseling.
Joshua Gandy '13 is an Ironman contestant, “The Power of a Growth Mindset” podcast co-founder, and a former four-year collegiate track & field athlete at North Caroline State. Now, he works within STEM to bridge the technology gap with communities of color.
In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Spanish teacher Jennifer Manriquez interviewed three students to hear how they celebrate their heritage.