Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village

Librarian, Educator, Writer
Re-imagining education through freedom, nature exploration, social-emotional learning, mindfulness practice, yoga, and writing

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

The only response - gratitude

so we might bless each other,

leave some lasting impression

that this fraction of time

when we gathered as community

becomes a tile in the mosaic

of someone else’s story.

#hvwp #nwp #yri20_21

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

"The human learning process is not simply about acquiring knowledge about what we have encountered: it is dedicated to 'going beyond the information given.' There is no other species on the face of the earth so dedicated to the pursuit of the possible.” J. Bruner #hvwp #yri20_21

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

"Meaning is not what you start out with but what you end up with... Think of writing then not as a way to transmit a message but as a way to grow and cook a message." - Peter Elbow #hvwp #nwp #yri20_21

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

In each of us is an inner child, longing for care or recognition that was not received. How can we heal these hurt children within ourselves to stop passing trauma on to future generations? It requires bravery, self-reflection, and a willingness not to look away. #hvwp #yri20_21

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

The inquiry process reminds me of this quote: “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” – Viktor Frankl #hvwp #nwp #yri20_21

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

"Teachers are decision makers and collaborators who must reclaim their roles in the shaping of practice by taking a stand as both educators and activists." Cochran-Smith #hvwp #nwp #yri20_21

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

Writing is a process of becoming more “fully human." Writing encapsulates a moment in time whether we are reflecting on the past, recording the present, or imagining a possible future. It speaks intimately to our becoming - who we are and who we hope to be. #hvwp #nwp #yri20_21

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

The phrases "I wonder..." "What happens when...?" and "Why?" offer such an opportunity for reflection. One thought that came up for me: What happens when we release the expectation that learning is a linear process?
#yri20_21 #hvwp #nwp

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

"For writing teachers to become researchers as well, they have to accept the close relationship between the writing process and the human growth process, because it is this close relationship that makes context so important to an understanding of writing." - Mohr #yri20_21 #hvwp

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

Stories provide us the possibility of deep, meaningful connection. I'm looking forward to diving into *many* stories this year with my cohort to break down barriers to my own understanding and to stay curious about different perspectives. #yri20_21 #hvwp #nwp

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

@DeAngelisCorey Freedom. Time in nature. Relationships above all else. Cultivate curiosity. Nurture self-awareness. Feed passions. The list goes on...

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

"That is the magic of this community. You will grow as an educator. Along the way however, you will have many rich, soul feeding experiences that go far beyond professional growth." - Rachel Canelos #hvwp #yri20_21 #nwp

[Michelle Monaghan @realmonaghan]

We, white people, have a lot of work to do & a profound responsibility to end the systemic racism that we know exists, overtly & covertly. Educate yourself, educate your children. When hate is loud, love cannot be silent. We cannot be silent. #endracism #justice #enoughisenough

[Michelle Monaghan @realmonaghan]

There has never been a more important time to take responsibility as parents. We have an opportunity to shape our children’s lives for the better of ALL humanity. I invite you to follow theconsciouskid on IG, a resource that I turn to for activism, education, and inspiration.

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

It's not too late to sign up for the virtual book discussion of Kim John Payne's "Simplicity Parenting" (Register: https://t.co/qQR9vTbWjX). For more on #simplicity #parenting, check out this workshop on the power of rhythm: https://t.co/MtL1IHvpUs
#parents #bookclub

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

“Give the pupils something to do, not something to learn; and the doing is of such a nature as to demand thinking; learning naturally results.” - John Dewey

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

Our children's mental health - their emotional wellbeing - needs to come first! "It’s Not Children’s Education We Should Worry About, It’s Their Mental Health" via @forbes https://t.co/RZgo3MiN9U

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

They are their own masterpiece. They are the artist. #rootsandwingsvillage #consciousparenting #education

[The Mindfulness Meditation Institute @TrainingMindful]

“Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.”

[Kerin Una - Roots + Wings Village @UnaKerin]

Join me for the second ever virtual book discussion group for parents who are looking to find a sense of community and support as we face unprecedented time alone at home with our children on June 5th at 8:30 PM! Register at this link: https://t.co/qQR9vTbWjX