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Corvallis School Board reads Indigenous Peoples' Day acknowledgement, cites prior proclamation
Summary
The board read a resolution acknowledging Indigenous Peoples' Day and the district's commitment to equity and Oregon SB 13 curriculum, noting the resolution's prior adoption date and the city's/state proclamations referenced in the text.
At the start of the meeting the Corvallis School Board read an acknowledgment of Indigenous Peoples' Day, citing the history of the observance and the district's commitment to equity and curriculum that highlights indigenous histories.
The reading, presented as a formal acknowledgement, stated that the Corvallis School District recognizes the contributions of indigenous peoples and "commits to ensure greater understanding of these contributions by all students through Oregon SB 13 curriculum." The document read aloud references earlier proclamations and adoption language that lists an adoption date of Oct. 8, 2020.
Board members briefly noted the local and statewide history of the observance; one trustee observed the 10‑year anniversary of Indigenous Peoples' Day in Oregon and noted Corvallis' role in the advocacy and recognition process. The reading was informational and no separate vote was recorded at the meeting to adopt a new proclamation.
The board's statement reiterated the district's stated equity commitments and encouraged schools and families to participate in local Indigenous Peoples' Day activities and instruction aligned with state law.
