About Us
E Pluribus Unum: Out of Many, One
Established in 2008, Advocates for Diversity in Our Schools (A.D.I.O.S.) is a non-profit consulting firm that specializes in supporting systems change in schools, districts, and organizations. A.D.I.O.S. began as a grassroots organization working with community stakeholders in advocating for more inclusive and equitable practices within their local schools and community organizations.
In doing this work, we realized that most schools and community organizations needed assistance with identifying systems that were hindering equity, inclusion, and thus achievement. They also needed assistance with devising and implementing new systems and practices to correct inequities. As a result, A.D.I.OS. switched foci and began working directly with schools and community organizations in ensuring that they are meeting the needs of Every Child, in Every Classroom, Everyday.
Our team is made up of educators, non-profit leaders, and researchers with expertise in increasing the academic achievement of all students; with particular emphasis on students living in poverty, students of color, students with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ student populations.
We have adopted the Credo: Every Child, Every Classroom, Every Day, to signify our commitment to “Ensuring an Excellent, Equitable, Inclusive, and Responsive learning experience for Every Child, in Every Classroom, Every Day.” We advocate high standards, culturally responsive and inclusive practices, rigorous curriculum, accountability, and professional development in order to ensure the highest levels of achievement for all students. Our belief system is built on our country's motto: E Pluribus Unum (Out of Many One), which espouses the ideals of diversity and inclusivity, and which forms the basis of our democratic and pluralistic society.
In doing this work, we realized that most schools and community organizations needed assistance with identifying systems that were hindering equity, inclusion, and thus achievement. They also needed assistance with devising and implementing new systems and practices to correct inequities. As a result, A.D.I.OS. switched foci and began working directly with schools and community organizations in ensuring that they are meeting the needs of Every Child, in Every Classroom, Everyday.
Our team is made up of educators, non-profit leaders, and researchers with expertise in increasing the academic achievement of all students; with particular emphasis on students living in poverty, students of color, students with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ student populations.
We have adopted the Credo: Every Child, Every Classroom, Every Day, to signify our commitment to “Ensuring an Excellent, Equitable, Inclusive, and Responsive learning experience for Every Child, in Every Classroom, Every Day.” We advocate high standards, culturally responsive and inclusive practices, rigorous curriculum, accountability, and professional development in order to ensure the highest levels of achievement for all students. Our belief system is built on our country's motto: E Pluribus Unum (Out of Many One), which espouses the ideals of diversity and inclusivity, and which forms the basis of our democratic and pluralistic society.