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The Trajectory of Education – From Busyness to Mindfulness

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As we care for and educate children, how can we cope with the weightiness and complexity of our sacred work and move from busyness to mindfulness? Have you ever felt

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September 30, 2017

The Trajectory of Education – From Compliance to Responsive Practice

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What happened on October 22, 2001 to change the trajectory of humanity? To change the trajectory of education? This question emerged for me in a workshop on "Flourishing in Schools"

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September 23, 2017

20 Creative Ways to Connect with a Child in Less Than 20min

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As the Chief Learning Officer of a school, sometimes students end up in my office after making terrible choices in class.  It’s not my favourite part of the job, yet

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September 9, 2017

Dreaming for Thriving

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Our family was birthed in a dream! We dreamt about lifelong love, a bonus baby, and abundance. We dreamt about rich relationships, spiritual depth, and meaningful work. Those are no

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May 1, 2017

The Problem with Self-Help Books

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The problem with self-help books is that they don't teach you about the mulligan! When we are designing for thriving, we must have this grace. Someday I hope to be a

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April 14, 2017

Unplugged is the New Luxury

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As a mom and a school leader, I am always flirting with that dreaded feeling of "I'm so worn out!" This week, I wrote "Sustain Energy" as one of my

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April 8, 2017

Play for Literacy Learning (Part 2)

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This week included an amazing conversation with a friend about her son's literacy learning; we're all trying to figure it out. As parents and teachers we are so passionate about

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March 12, 2017

Play for Literacy Learning (Part 1)

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Our began with the definition of literacy as listening, speaking, reading, and writing.  It is a broad definition highlighting some of the most important learning processes of early childhood (ages

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March 5, 2017

Coaching Children ~ Four Big Ideas for the Lived Curriculum

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We are coaching children into their extraordinary potential! I am passionate about helping parents and teachers co-design spaces for children to thrive and I am asking myself and others, "How can

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November 13, 2016

Gifts to Carry Forward

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Rituals permeate a home designed for thriving.Sleep, eating, work, fulfillment, health, relationships, spirituality; there's just so much to consider.Sometimes we wonder how to keep all the balls in the air; sometimes

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August 14, 2016

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