Multicultural Affairs and Community Development clone
We believe diversity is a gift, a living educational resource that demonstrates the interconnectedness of life, inspires critical thinking, promotes compassionate action, and prepares students for the dynamic world beyond St. John's.
In support of the mission of St. John's Prep, and rooted in the profoundly inclusive message of the Gospel, we are all called—faculty, staff, students, families, alumni, Board of Trustees—to build a community in which everyone is known, loved, and valued as a unique expression of God's love. As a Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School, our commitment to enduring personal relationships rests on a foundation of trust, honor, humility, and respect. We understand and appreciate the different gifts, challenges, and circumstances of each unique person.
Our standard for inclusion rests on our ability to foster an atmosphere where everyone safely and confidently brings one's full self to St. John's Prep each and every day.
Our diversity embraces, but is not limited by, dimensions of culture, nationality, ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, physical ability, and learning differences.
As a school, we take a three-way approach to diversity and inclusion: curricular and professional learning, community engagement, and diversity and inclusion programming. Much of this important work is spearheaded by our Office of Multicultural Affairs and Community Development—more commonly referred to as MACD.
We are called to build a community in which all are known, valued, and loved.
Diversity and Inclusion Programming
Dynamic student leaders and participants bring MACD programming to life.
Student Advisory Council
Clubs and Organizations
Special Events
Curriculum and Professional Learning
Themes of diversity and belonging are woven throughout the curriculum and incorporated into training for faculty and staff.
Curriculum Specialists
Conferences and Trainings
One-on-One Teacher Support
Community Engagement
Every member of the Prep community is welcomed and encouraged to participate in the work of creating a more inclusive school environment.
Community Read
MLK Remembrance Dinner
MACD New Parent Reception
Meet Our Team
Each member of the MACD team plays a vital role in supporting students across campus as well as a wide variety of MACD initiatives. Each member of the team is also an active classroom teacher.

Raisa Carrasco-Velez
Director of Multicultural Affairs and Community Development
World Languages, Academic Administration, MACD