06/02/2020
Dear MSCP, CPA, and SPES families,
In recent days, we have seen people’s sadness, worry, and anger demonstrated through protests across the country and here in Los Angeles.
Our schools unequivocally condemns the racist policies within our systems that devalue Black lives and lead to the loss of life. All of us in the STEM Prep community are processing with pain and anger. However, it is important for us as a community to name that these events may be layering further trauma and heartache on top of the COVID-19 related stress, anxiety, and fear for our Black families, students, and staff.
We stand alongside the individuals using their voice, demanding equity and justice. We stand with our students, families, and staff who are personally impacted by the daily threats against their well-being and existence. As STEM Prep Schools, our power is in co-constructing a future with you, a future that is not yet reflected in the realities of all in our community. My hope is that our students live in a safer and more just world than the one we exist in now. I wish for more than just our kids’ survival-I want them to thrive.
This organization was started by leaders of color for students of color. Our commitment to improve the educational outcomes for our students will not waiver. We will continue to be agents of change for our community by educating our students to be critical STEM thinkers, advocates for their communities, and disruptors of the status quo. They will change the world into a better place for all.
Please be safe and know that the STEM Prep community stands with you. I will reach out in the near future to have more communication regarding this issue and offer some updates regarding the next school year.
Sincerely,
Emilio Pack