Tom Scott @massupt testifies for the Joint Oversight Hearing on Childrens COVID19 Vax/Testing
"There is no comparable period in our collective memory where ed decisions have been more scrutinized or politicized or when our staff have been more tested–physically & emotionally"
For too long, LGBTQ+ students have been underserved & faced unprecedented discrimination. Today, I sat down with students at @HarveyMilkHSNYC to discuss their experiences and learn about ways @USEDGov can help.
It’s #InternationalWomensDay! TY to all the female leaders in public education who are doing the hardwork.
Let's lift up and recognize women in public ed in MASS! #maedu ❤️
As @massupt, we want to recognize Chris McGrath & @Dr_Bourque for their support, guidance & leadership.
"As a parent and educator I can help dismantle systemic racism." One teacher and mom shares tips for how White teachers can support meaningful change through their teaching practice.
#ThoughtForTheDay When teachers & school leaders teach & lead from their heart & soul with compassion & integrity, we not only influence kids & adults to be better students & teachers, but we can inspire them to be better people as well. #Culturize
#ThoughtForTheDay As a teacher, admin or parent, what are two things you expect your students, staff or children to do on a daily basis? Now ask yourself, “Are you modeling the same expectations and/or behaviors? What we model is what we get. #LiveYourExcellence
#ThoughtForTheDay A sense of pride doesn’t have to be dependent on achieving your goals. Setting a goal and working towards it can be just as rewarding, especially when it is confronted with hardships along the way. #LiveYourExcellence
5 Things to Remember This Week:
1) You are stronger than they think.
2) Your heart is bigger than they know.
3) You have more in you than they can see.
4) Your positivity is greater than their negativity.
5) You are more powerful than their opinions.
5 phrases to encourage others this week...
1. I like your thinking.
2. You make things better here.
3. You always make people smile.
4. I’ve noticed your hard work.
5. You’ve got great ideas.
What would you add to this list?
Thank you to Bob Baldwin, Fairhaven Supt, & Darcy Fernandes, Athol-Royalston Supt, for sharing their stories at the virtual mid-winter conference & giving an update on the M.A.S.S. Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Initiative.