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Aug 212 min read

Embracing Compassion in Education: Recognizing Our Students' Hidden Struggles

As the quiet hum of classrooms slowly returns to a vibrant buzz, the air is filled with a mix of anticipation and uncertainty. With the...

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Mar 4, 20202 min read

The Problem with the “Real World”

As a student, I always hated that phrase. It implied that my current reality was easier than the future I would face.

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Jan 22, 20202 min read

A Great Balancing Act

Trying to find a good work-life balance for teachers is a constant struggle. There is hope.

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Jan 7, 20202 min read

Looking At How Far You Have Come

Reflecting on our successes, no matter how small, helps us see how far we’ve come since we started on our journey.

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Dec 22, 20192 min read

More Than A Resume (CV)

An educator is more than their work experience, so why do we put so much value on one's resume.

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Dec 13, 20193 min read

That Time I Thought I Could Make An Animation

In recent years, the term “risk-taker” has been mentioned more and more in educational conversations.

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