The Lovett School is built on the belief that every student, family, faculty and staff member deserves dignity—to feel welcomed, seen, and valued. As an independent Episcopal school rooted in love and belonging, we celebrate the unique identities and perspectives that make our Lion family stronger. Building a truly inclusive community is an ongoing commitment we embrace wholeheartedly as part of what it means to be a Lion.
"When students feel like they belong, they learn better; when faculty feel like they belong, they teach better; and when families feel like they belong, they grow better. Our community is stronger when we celebrate our diversity, encourage empathy and kindness, model inclusion in and outside the classroom, and teach our students how to be good leaders. At Lovett, we make a concerted, conscious effort to educate our community, encourage kindness to others, and foster inclusion across differences. From our littlest to our oldest lions, we create a culture of dignity and belonging for all.”
Dr. Alison Wynn
Director of Belonging
Our Commitments
Statement of Belonging
The Lovett School is dedicated to creating and maintaining a culture and community of belonging that welcomes and celebrates the diversity among its students, families, faculty, and staff. We are committed to fostering a healthy, inclusive community where each and every student has access to opportunities to thrive academically and socially.
We believe that developing cross-cultural empathy and openness is vital to helping all students realize their true potential. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging (DEIB), and academic excellence are interwoven in the classroom and conference room, on the field, and on the stage.
Student Experience
The Lovett School is committed to:
Creating a consistent culture and experience of dignity for every student and family, spanning the entire range of identities and backgrounds; ensuring that all students feel heard, affirmed, and respected by employees, peers, and families alike; and ensuring students are appreciated and heralded as part of what makes Lovett so special.
Attracting and retaining diverse representation in the student and faculty populations as a core component of academic, programmatic, and organizational excellence.
Embedding culturally competent practices into the curriculum and co-curricular activities (i.e., school assemblies, summer reading lists, field trips, etc.) to establish the expectation that dignity and belonging are requisite values for the entire Lovett community.
Employee & Family Experience
Defining a set of essential skills and clear definition of dignity for employees to support belonging and identify the role that each member of the workforce plays in nurturing and sustaining an inclusive employee culture of belonging.
Ensuring that all employees are empowered with the skills to successfully navigate culture and community conversations and practices in their classrooms and/or departments, and amongst students, peers, and families.
Developing a full sense of belonging in the Lovett community for families as part of the “Pride of Lions.”
Supporting and affirming families with the confidence that their children will graduate with the knowledge and skills to thrive in a diverse environment.
Institutional Policy & Practice
Implementing a consistent practice of cultural competency and skill development for major stakeholders, which include employees, students, and families.
Graduating students with cultural competency as one of their core skill sets to prepare them for participation in a diverse global culture.
Emphasizing the important role of culture and community in supporting excellence in outcomes for all Lovett students and families.
Pedagogy
Defining and operationalizing the “whole child” approach at Lovett.
Incorporating a shared pedagogical practice that centers the establishment of inclusive classroom climate and culture.
Fostering Lovett’s pedagogical and moral/ethical commitment to multicultural curriculum so students emerge with increased critical thinking and research competencies to make sense of an increasingly complex world.
Developing a sustainable system and practice so faculty are better trained in dignity, belonging, culturally responsive teaching, and integrating culture and community in the classroom.
By the Numbers
Zip Codes
79
Zip codes from which our students hail
Advanced Degrees
70%
Faculty and staff have graduate degrees
Years of Experience
17
Average Years of experience
Students of Color
26%
Students of color
Employees of Color
29%
Employees of color
Faith Traditions
15
Faith traditions represented
Faculty of Color
17%
Faculty of color
Financial Aid
$5.1M
Financial assistance awarded annually
Travel Abroad
150
Students traveling abroad through Lovett programs annually
Community Spotlight
WorldFest
Annually, Lovett celebrates WorldFest, an afternoon of cultural discovery, shared stories, and community connection. Families host tables about their home countries and share traditions, food, activities, and customs from around the world.
Black Alumni Council
Black alumni leaders focus on the Black alumni experience, with the chair holding a seat on the Alumni Association’s Executive Board. In partnership with our Alumni Engagement Office, the council hosts the Black Graduate Dinner honoring each class.
Student Diversity Leadership Council
The Student Diversity Leadership Council is composed of student advocates and allies, who create opportunities to honor diversity, build equity, and promote inclusion at The Lovett School.
Student Groups
Middle and Upper School students have the opportunity to participate in Student Resource Groups (SRG) to strengthen their group identity and build bridges within and across the Lovett community.
Parent Groups
Lovett Community Connections (LCC) is a parent-run organization focusing on building a broader understanding of cultures from around the world.
Cultural Resource Groups (CRG)
Provide parents and guardians with the opportunity to foster stronger connections within the Lovett community by celebrating diverse cultures and faith traditions. All parents are invited to participate in any CRG, regardless of background or personal heritage.
The Student Diversity Leadership Council (SDLC) is composed of student advocates and allies, who create opportunities to honor diversity, build equity, and promote inclusion at The Lovett School. The council promotes cultural awareness through educational programming, discussions, and cultural events and celebrations, with the goal of fostering a community that truly lives by its core values of intellect, purpose, belonging, faith, and love in and out of school. We are committed to maintaining a council that reflects and represents the diverse perspectives of the Lovett community, where the whole child can flourish.
In Their Words
Kirstin E. Brown
"Leading Lovett Community Connections has been an incredibly meaningful experience. I’ve loved working alongside such a dedicated group of parents who intentionally create opportunities for families across the Lovett community to come together, celebrate our diverse backgrounds, and foster a true sense of belonging where every family feels seen, valued, and welcomed." - Kirstin E. Brown
Bindu Balakrishnan
"Helping lead the conversation around LCC’s rebranding and being part of that transition alongside dedicated parents and staff was especially rewarding. Through thoughtfully curated events and experiences, LCC has created opportunities for students and families to celebrate cultures, build connections, and feel truly seen, heard, and valued—reflecting Lovett’s deep commitment to belonging and community." -Bindu Balakrishnan
Lovett Community Stories
Celebrating Cultural Heritage at Lovett
Celebrating Cultural Heritage at Lovett
Together, our community emphasized the importance of dignity and supported each other on the path to embodying Lovett’s core values.
Our community celebrated Women’s History Month by learning about influential female leaders past and present across fields such as business, math, science, and the arts.
During Black History Month, the Lovett community focused on uplifting unheard voices, celebrating unsung heroes, and finding joy and resilience in difficult times.
