I am deeply committed to our Learn Forward philosophy, including the five most important journeys of a child and the Table of Learning. We are implementing the Learn Forward practice in our school and
Faith
For many years I studied and taught classical piano. My journey of musicianship permeated the better part of two decades. There is a beautiful, Italian symbol and term in music
The invitation is to believe in the best of humanity. Our belief leads to action. Action leads to goodness. Goodness leads to a sense of worthiness. Last night, I watched
Today I set off on a hike by myself. A sweet meditation. The fall leaves papered the ground like a Palm Sunday pathway. I walked in a circle. Sometimes the
How can we tolerate the emotions of our sacred work of helping children thrive? The responsibility is magnificent. The pressure weighs down on us like an 80-lb pack. And that's if
Dear Friends, Learn Forward is a brand new book with fresh ideas about what matters most for children to thrive. My shy soul is poured out on the pages of the
"It is so easy to lose focus on what matters most," lamented a Learn Forward team member as we reflected together. My heart nods in agreement this morning as the geese sound the
Recently we enjoyed a hike to see a fall miracle: Kokanee salmon spawning. The salmon swim upstream, jumping the locks to find the place of their birth and lay their
This morning, when I held my little one in my arms and my two big ones in my heart, I wondered what holding my healthy, vibrant children has to do with
Teachers are coming back to school! They are entering the year with new ideas, new efficiencies, new curriculum, and a renewed commitment to children. They are considering their year and