Dear Supporter,

Thank you for signing our petition and standing with our community. Your voice made a difference, and now we need your presence.

The Calvert County Board of Education will meet on Thursday, September 11, 2025, and this is our opportunity to show up as a united community advocating for all our students.

🗓️ Meeting Details

Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM

Location: Calvert County Public Schools

Address: 1305 Dares Beach Road Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678

🤝 How You Can Make an Impact

1. Join Our Peaceful Community Gathering

Meet with fellow community members at 4:30 PM for a peaceful demonstration of unity and support for inclusive education. Bring your protest signs. Find suggested language here: Protest Sign Slogans

2. Sign Up for Public Comment

Arrive by 5:15 PM to secure your spot to address the board directly. You'll have 2 minutes to share your perspective respectfully and constructively.

3. Contact Board Members Now

Don't wait - email the board members today to share your concerns:

BOEMeetingFacilitator@calvertnet.k12.md.us

4. Share Your Family's Story

If you have children in Calvert County schools and are willing to share how the removal of the Anti-Racism Policy affect your family, please complete our confidential intake form: https://form.jotform.com/wethepeoplecalvert/feedback-form

Your story could help board members understand the real impact on our students and families.

📺 Background Context

If you haven't seen it yet, watch the news coverage of the board's recent vote:

1.https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNvTCruWm07/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MW9lcWs4NmNweHFqbQ==

2. https://thebaynet.com/residents-organize-demonstration-over-anti-racism-policy-changes-in-calvert/

3. https://thebaynet.com/calvert-board-of-education-removes-anti-racism-resolution-from-the-student-code-of-conduct/

4. https://thebaynet.com/calvert-board-of-education-repeals-anti-racism-policy/

5.https://www.thebanner.com/education/k-12-schools/calvert-county-antiracism-policy-school-board-LXZYIHOWHZGC3EHYD4S6KR4N7E/

6.https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/local/calvert-county-public-schools-repeal-anti-racism-policy/3983214/

🎯 Our Message: Unity, Respect, and Excellence

We're advocating for:

1. Safe and inclusive learning environments for ALL students
2. Educational policies that reflect our community's values
3. Constructive dialogue between families and school leadership
4. Academic excellence supported by diversity and inclusion

📱 Stay Connected

Questions? Reply to this email.

Can't attend but want to help? Forward this to friends and family in Calvert County

🚗 Important Logistics

1. Parking: Parking is open and onsite and directly across the street at the Calvert Country School
2. What to Bring: Yourself, positive energy, and respectful signs if desired
3. If you encounter counter protesters: Stay focused on positive messaging
4. Do not block the building and parking lot entrances or exits
    

Quick Action Checklist:

☐ Mark your calendar for September 11th
☐ Email board members using our template
☐ Plan to arrive early for public comment sign-up
☐ Share this email with other concerned community members
☐ Complete intake form if you're a current student family

 
This is our moment to show that Calvert County families care deeply about creating schools where every child can thrive.

Your signature on the petition was the first step. Your presence on September 11th will help ensure our community's voice is heard loud and clear.

Together, we can make a positive difference for our students and our schools.

With gratitude and determination,

We The People!