DC Public Schools Sent Email To Families Telling Them To ‘Decolonize’ Their Thanksgiving
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) sent an email to families of students telling them to “decolonize” their Thanksgiving.
The email, sent by Chancellor Lewis D. Ferebee, added that Thanksgiving can be “difficult for many.”
“Thanksgiving is a day that can be difficult for many to celebrate as we reflect on the history of the holiday and the horrors inflicted on our indigenous populations. If you celebrate, our Equity team has shared resources for how you can consider decolonizing your Thanksgiving,” the email, which is also posted to their website, said.
The email suggested that “if you host a Thanksgiving meal, consider doing a land acknowledgement.”
They also suggested articles and books,
