Social Justice
Social justice is a fundamental component of the CSW mission and curriculum, as we seek to cultivate culturally-aware, global citizens. In addition to our Social Justice Requirement—the first of its kind in the country—there are countless social justice-focused affinity groups, clubs, and organizations to get involved with. The school also hosts a number of annual community-wide events meant to educate, inspire, and build awareness.
News & Updates
Reflections
In the Fall/Winter 2021 issue of The Gryphon, CSW's semi-annual alumni/ae magazine, members of the black and brown community at CSW past and present offer reflections on their experience at the school, highlighting the work that is yet to be done in our school's aspiration to be an anti-racist living, learning, and working environment. We hope you will give it a read.
Annual Events & Gatherings
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Culture Fest
Culture Fest is a celebration of the diversity of cultures within the CSW community. This event showcases dances, musical performances, and other celebrated facets of our shared and different cultures.Read More -
Michael Feldman ’67 Social Justice Day
Each spring, CSW holds an annual school-wide event known as the Michael H. Feldman Social Justice Day. Formerly known as Law Day, the event was established in 1975 by Shirley and Roger Feldman in memory of their son, Michael Feldman ’67. The event explores various viewpoints on important legal and social issues of the day, creating opportunities for student discussion and debate, as well as guest speakers and presentations.Read More
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Our Children's Trust Visits CSW
Read MoreEach year, the Maverick Lloyd Speaker Series at CSW welcomes pioneering speakers with a strong foundation in social justice activism and civil engagement to CSW, informing and empowering students to actively promote justice in their communities and beyond. The 2024 Maverick Lloyd speakers were Mat dos Santos and Laura Gehrke of Our Children’s Trust, a groundbreaking nonprofit organization that empowers youth to secure their legal rights to a life-sustaining climate. -
Sustainability Commitee Organizes Earth Day Workshop Series
Students in CSW’s Sustainability Committee, a group charged with creating and supporting a systematic and ongoing sustainability culture on campus, organized a series of workshops focused around the topics of sustainability and environmental activism. Workshops were conceptualized and led by students, faculty/staff, and special guests alike.Read More -
David Hogg Delivers 2024 Social Justice Day Keynote
CSW was honored to welcome David Hogg to campus to deliver the keynote address at our 2024 Michael H. Feldman ’67 Social Justice Day. This year’s topic, as voted on by the CSW student body, was Gun Violence and Legislation.Read More -
Beyond Walls CEO and Founder Joins us for Assembly
Read MoreThis week, founder and CEO of Beyond Walls Al Wilson joined us for assembly. Beyond Walls is a non-profit that introduces public art, curated experiences and outdoor museums into the fabric of communities by partnering with local community members and experts to design, produce and manage collaborative projects and programs. Lynn, is one of the communities that Beyond Walls brought public art installations to. -
CSW Honors MLK Jr. with Panel on Grassroots Organizing
Read MoreIn honor of the late Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., student ambassadors from CSW’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Office helped to organize a panel conversation with local grassroots community organizers. -
CSW Welcomes Sustainability Consultant Liz Cutler
In support of its commitment to environmental stewardship, CSW recently hosted a five-day visit with sustainability consultant Liz Cutler of Whole School Sustainability.Read More -
Spanish Students Kick Off Bilingual Intercambio Program with Waltham Library
Students in "Spanish 3B" are kicking off a weekly bilingual Intercambio Program (cultural and language exchange) at the Waltham Library.Read More
"I care deeply about helping CSW to be an equitable and informed community."
"I chose to join the IDEA Committee because I care deeply about helping CSW to be an equitable and informed community. I feel that as a white person, it is my responsibility to put in the personal and actionable work towards dismantling white supremacy... In a community that prides itself on its dedication to social justice, I believe it is imperative that our actions match our intentions."
— Ella '21
— Ella '21
CSW—a gender-inclusive day and boarding school for grades 9-12—is a national leader in progressive education. We live out our values of inquiry-based learning, student agency, and embracing diverse perspectives in every aspect of our student experience. Young people come to CSW to learn how to learn and then put what they learn into action—essential skills they carry into their futures as doers, makers, innovators, leaders, and exceptional humans who do meaningful work in the world.