RECOMMENDED LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The Save Kelseyville Committee offered the KVUSD's School Board an alternative version of the resolution initially presented on March 19, 2024. This recommended resolution and a Land Acknowledgement statement was sent to KVUSD Superintendent, Dr. Nicki Thomas, on May 2, 2024. Dr. Thomas agreed to include the alternative resolution and Land Acknowledgement statement in the Board packet for the Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Special Board Meeting. It was included in the packet, which was electronically published on May 7, 2024, at 9 am. There was, unfortunately, no reference during the Special Board Meeting of the two recommended alternate proposals. Please find them below for your review.
Recommended Resolution for the Board’s consideration:
RESOLUTION 23/24-19
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE KELSEYVILLE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES
WHEREAS, the Kelseyville Unified School District seeks to build the district’s cultural richness by fostering and promoting education and awareness of our indigenous peoples, and
WHEREAS, recognizing that the future is still ours to write, we reaffirm our responsibility to ensure each generation greater opportunities for a quality education to build a life worthy of its hopes and dreams, and
WHEREAS, Kelseyville Unified School District recognizes that in the pursuit of honoring and supporting every student, we commit to promoting a cohesive community culture;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Kelseyville Unified School District formally recognizes, expresses appreciation for, and honors indigenous peoples who have a historic relationship with the district; and
FURTHER, the Kelseyville Unified School District Governing Board respectfully invites our community to join in this effort towards recognition and appreciation.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on April 23, 2024
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ABSENT
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ATTEST: Clerk of the Board
Recommended Land Acknowledgement Statement for the Board’s Consideration
The Kelseyville Unified School District recognizes that Lake County is situated on the ancestral land of the Pomo people and their neighboring communities. For countless generations, the Pomo and neighboring tribes have called this area home. We are grateful for this rich heritage and commit to respecting this land while building stronger relationships with Indigenous groups. We are dedicated to fostering a spirit of collaboration and friendship among all community members, past and present.
