I was asked at a town hall “if there was ever a time in your life where somebody you really looked up to maybe didn’t accept you as much?” Here’s my answer:
Our first priority in all of relationships, the well-planned first step, especially with students, is an intentional, continual building of a rock-solid foundation of trust. When hearts join, our brains open to learning.
"Emotion and learning are completely connected." Research shows that students who feel safe and supported by adults at school are better able to learn. #HowLearningHappens
Thanks to school administrators who fully staff their departments with highly-qualified counselors and empower them to lead and create a school culture that celebrates and values growth and achievement.
Pride month: suggestions for straight allies in queer spaces https://t.co/3JxlIUafUw via @baptist_news
Helpful reminders found in this article about our "ally" role.
@DavidLeBoeuf@PeteButtigieg The Democratic Party has a ton of competent candidates to choose from. I favor the candidates who have a strong, consistent grasp of policy and recognize the need for structural changes that restore a thriving middle-class.
I’m devastated by the terrorist attacks against our Muslim Brothers in sisters in NZ. I hope you’ll join me tonight at the interfaith vigil in #Worcester and speak up against bigotry and hate across the globe #mapoli | https://t.co/f6cYgmRb60
I’m asking my representative @RepDebHaaland to support this bipartisan resolution recognizing #PublicSchoolsWeek taking place March 25-29. You can join us by clicking here! https://t.co/3dD02Jo62o
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Opposite Social Experiment: I'm doing a "George Costanza opposite" today. I will respond to the world's meanness & vulgarity with an opposite: Kill 'Em with Kindness. Will evaluate experiment at day's end.