“At first I didn’t make a single A in medical school and that shook my confidence, but I pressed on and I changed what wasn’t working and I persevered” -Dr. Linsday Williams
Not everything in life is easy, doesn’t mean it isn’t worth it. #pushthrough#turnerusd202strong#jagk
Dr. Williams challenging the students to “think like a doctor” and learning what questions to ask when trying to assess a patient #turner202strong#jagk
My students did GREAT at the regional Career Devlopment Conference this past weekend! Kevina placed 3rd in Mapping my Future, Blaine placed 4th in Math and Emma placed 2nd in Employability!
Presentation from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City! Never underestimate the power of mentoring, it makes a HUGE DIFFERENCE! Who has been a great mentor in your life? (Respond to this tweet with hashtag #mentorsmatter) #turner202strong#jagk
Last week, students made encouraging letters and care packages to donate to a local domestic violence shelter. Check this one out “you deserve to be loved”
daughter of a former police chief & high school principal, no one would ever guess she'd be the "type of person" to struggle w/ mental illness. That's why it's crucial to understand the many forms of mental illness & how it doesn't discriminate against race, class, or gender.
one of her goals is to fight against the negative stigma that surrounds mental illness by sharing her personal story that includes being diagnosed with bipolar II and being a suicide attempt survivor.
Yesterday we heard from mental health advocate and founder of Behind her Smile Blog, Ashley Forte! Mental health is important! Suicide awareness is essential! And Self-Care is a must! #turner202strong#jagk#MentalHealthAwareness
It’s almost time for the @KcScholars application launch! We look forward to supporting students as they apply for this amazing opportunity worth up to $50,000! Applications opens 1-1-18. Visit https://t.co/RXPYMcIqTx for more info
These young ladies heard from a panel of professional women, had their own personal mentor and did team building activities as well. They had a great time and learned so much! #thefutureisfemale#leadershipdevelopment