Strategic Priority 3 - Goal 1
Objective
Increase the number of racially/ethnically diverse members of the workforce
Measure
Staff demographics
By 2029, HCPSS will increase the racial/ethnic diversity of staff such that staff better reflect the HCPSS student population.
Equity commitment
HCPSS will disaggregate staff diversity by staff role to monitor progress toward a high quality, diverse workforce that better reflects the HCPSS student population.
Annual Targets
Percentage of Staff of Color in the HCPSS Workforce
| Student Group | 2024 Actual | 2025 Target | 2026 Target | 2027 Target | 2028 Target | 2029 Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCPSS Workforce | 33% | 34% | 35% | 36% | 37% | 38% |
Why was this measure selected?
Whereas 70% of students in 2024 and 52% of Howard County residents in 2021 were individuals of color, 33% of HCPSS staff were individuals of color in 2024. Research indicates that “increased diversity amongst teachers and broader sets of school professionals benefits student achievement and outcomes.” (source: MSDE)
How were targets set?
Staff examined historical trends to identify a realistic growth (2.5% annual growth rate) of individuals of color for diversifying the HCPSS workforce to better reflect the students we serve.