Diversity

Mark Manuel, Director of Diversity
email | 425-868-6191 x601

The Overlake community values diversity, and we push one another to examine diversity from a global perspective so that we may become responsible citizens dedicated to social justice and community service.

Here is how we interpret our mission statement in the context of our diversity effort:

  • Inspire excellence... through critical thought and conversation.
  • Develop intellectual curiosity... by exploring the dynamics of our diverse world and nation.
  • Teach responsibility... by promoting social justice through community and education.
  • Foster a compassionate community... by stepping out of our comfort zones and discussing issues of race, ethnicity, religion, class, gender and sexual orientation.

“People at Overlake don't put you down for believing in something different.”
      —6th grade


Inspire excellence.       Develop intellectual curiosity.       Teach responsibility.       Embrace diversity.       Foster a compassionate community.