05.21.2026 District Diversity & Equity Committee (DDEC) Meeting.

The School District of Palm Beach County's District Diversity & Equity Committee (DDEC) convened on May 21, 2026, to discuss ongoing diversity and equity initiatives, including the review and forwarding of subcommittee recommendations to the school board. A key focus was the debate over two sets of recommendations—original subcommittee proposals and revised staff recommendations—with the committee ultimately voting to send the original subcommittee recommendations to the board for final consideration. The meeting also featured a detailed presentation on Holocaust education efforts within the district, highlighting partnerships with community organizations, student engagement programs, and the importance of combating rising anti-Semitism. No procurement, contracting, or budgetary decisions were made during this meeting.