New York City is dazzling! On my visits, I tiptoed across a balance beam of being completely mesmerized and utterly over-stimulated. The ethos is electric. As I remember some of
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Fiercely Together – One Mother’s Reflection
I am not the most tender mother, the most selfless mother, or the most empathetic mother. What I am is fierce. I am fiercely committed to the unfolding of my
Principals everywhere are naming the magnitude of student need as the #1 issue they face. I've never had more conversations about restorative discipline, students struggling with self-harm and suicide, and
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
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
by Karine Veldhoen and Dr. Susan Crichton for Niteo Africa Society on their 10 year Anniversary Literacy liberates. Literate children become critical and creative thinkers, meaning makers, problem finders and
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
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
Have you ever watched a child play with a magnifying glass? It’s best outside in the warm sunshine. They crouch down with the toil of it. Consider how focused they are
Every mother wants her child to achieve. Every father wants to know his child is a winner! But, what do we do when our child competes and doesn't win? What