At Germantown Academy, we are committed to creating a learning environment that is as diverse as the broader, global world of which we are a part. We value this diversity because it makes us a stronger community, enriches our thinking and helps us to develop our collaborative spirit. With these guiding beliefs to shape our admissions and hiring processes, we embrace all forms of identity including race, gender, ethnicity, age, religion, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, and physical ability.

Our commitment to diversity is deeply ingrained in our Mission Statement and Civility Pledge—collaboration, compassion, honor, respect, civility—each key word a foundational and enduring value that defines Germantown Academy.

• Students of color comprise 28% of the student body.
   
• Faculty and administration of color comprise 10% of educational professionals.
   
• More than 33% of GA’s student body receives need-based financial aid.
   
• High retention rates are a hallmark of Germantown Academy with 97% of students returning each year. Notably, students of color return at the same rate of 97%.
   
• Non-sectarian, Germantown Academy has representatives from varied religions in its student body and faculty, including but not limited to Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jewish and Muslim.
   
• The Equity and Inclusion Leadership Team provides intentional, consistent education to members of our school community.
   
• All three divisions have at least two faculty members each who serve as Diversity and Community Life Coordinators.

Our goal is to be a school where differences are celebrated, all individuals are comfortable expressing their authentic selves, and all voices are empowered. Only then can we truly live our mission and prepare students for life and success in a global society.

Equity and Inclusion Plan

In keeping with the principles set forth in our mission and strategic vision, and to meet the needs of all our students, the Germantown Academy Board of Trustees approved an Equity and Inclusion Plan in 2018. These goals reflect the state of the school and most pressing issues and will be evaluated, updated, and revised on an annual basis to meet the ever-evolving needs of our community.
 
The Head of School, Director of Equity and Inclusion, Division Heads, Diversity & Community Life Coordinators, Board of Trustees, and Equity and Inclusion Leadership Team will be responsible for overseeing this work.