12/28/2016
I am proud to know and have briefly witnessed a small but important part of her development into a blossoming and powerful force for human dignity. I am glad that she has and will continue to withstand and persevere against the forces all around that have tested and most certainly will continue to try and derail her work. Thank you for sharing your stories, your passion, your voice, your inspiration, and your courage - A fraction of your Immeasurable potential...
Just another to*****ad: Hamda Yusuf at TEDxRainier
Hamda Yusuf, a spoken word poet and a student at University of Washington, grew up listening to stories from her parents who saw stories as a means for prese...
06/19/2016
Which way do you lean? As I listened to Will Richardson discuss schools, education and learning, I was struck (as I have been before) about the list of what we want for our kids versus how that pursuit is framed. He claims that schools were not built for learning. Is this an accurate picture?
https://youtu.be/sxyKNMrhEvY
The Surprising Truth About Learning in Schools | Will Richardson | TEDxWestVancouverED
We know how to help kids develop into powerful learners. Now, we just need to make that happen in schools. "A parent of two teen-agers, Will Richardson has s...
08/25/2015
Today I received my diploma. I am humbled by the experiences and opportunities to continue the important work of learning with and from those I struggle with. Thanks to my professors, my classmates, my colleagues, my students and my wife, for the constant support, collaborative partnership and persistent love that you have shared with me and shown me over the many years in pursuing this special vocation as a teacher, learner, and leader in our communities. There is much work to be done...
01/04/2015
I am so happy to have been able to hear this man share sports over the years. I would turn on ESPN and hear his broadcast and couldn't turn it off until the highlights were done. His voice and intensely descriptive representation of that which was playing out on the screen made it even more exciting. He brought a spirit and joy to the screen uncommon and unique. Thank you Mr. Stuart Scott. I feel like I have known you as personally as is possible over the TV screen. Glad to have been able to experience your talent and work for so many years. Peace be with you and your family.
Stuart Scott's Legacy
ESPN Video: Stuart Scott, a longtime anchor at ESPN, died Sunday morning at the age of 49. He inspired his colleagues with his talent, his work ethic, his personality, and his devotion to his daughters, Taelor, 19, and Sydni, 15.
12/27/2014
As an educator, I have been privileged to work with good people, warm hearts and joyful spirits. I have seen many youth find strength and purpose in their lives. In a crowd of hundreds, miles and years removed from our time together, it was great to see you, J.R., and to know you are doing well on your journey.