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A core component of a Holy Cross education is educating one's heart alongside one's mind. See how we bring that to life at Saint Edmond's Academy. https://lnkd.in/g7VmbpeY

Some of the many rewards of being an educator are the positive memories we can create with kids! These special moments are some of the most important times teachers and leaders will ever spend with the students we serve❤️ Watch my ASCD keynote on YouTube now: https://shorturl.at/esMR5 ASCD

The euphoric concept that everyone is special and everyone is a winner, even though no commitment and effort is made by the so called "special", creates delusive sense of victory. This leads to a dopamine addiction which everyone must get every now and then to feel good. This habit after some time, becomes a routine requirement amd sense of entitlement to get a quick appreciation without genuine effort. In the long term, this creates an army of narcissistic citizens who are used to a 'certificate of attendance'. In the long term such "baseless winning" prevents the need for grit and consistent efforts to achieve anything significant and meaningful since the mental reward system that push us to perform consistently towards a certain goal would have already received its dopamine. This is dangerous and one of the biggest inhibitor in the way of realising one's TRUE POTENTIAL. Agree?

Congratulations to all graduates of all Yonkers High Schools! So many students feel intense pressure with life when change happens and what feels like an insurmountable decision. Not every student knows what they want past high school. However, in my opinion many more would benefit from a college degree. Over the past several years the percentage of high school graduates pursuing college has dropped dramatically. Mayor Spano and all educators in Yonkers Schools have done a wonderful job improving the overall high school graduation rate. They’re also focused on success beyond graduation. As a college president, I firmly believe in the value of a #collegeeducation that is #careerspecific such as that which we offer at the The College of Westchester. We rank 6th for social mobility for regional colleges north per US News. That’s an education with results. Our focused curriculum and accelerated format allows a student to obtain a bachelor’s degree in three years. Shorter time in college and an emphasis on a chosen career path allows for faster job entry with results. As a graduate, and President, I highly encourage all students to consider pursuing college. Parents, it is not too late for your graduating senior to apply, get accepted and enroll! We also offer associate degrees, certificates and accelerated study for adults on campus or online. https://lnkd.in/eZ2pMCjB I’d love to see you at CW!

We know that serving as a Student Success Coach can often lead to a career in education and service. In this new opinion piece from Dr. Ed Manansala, County Superintendent of Schools for El Dorado County, we are reminded of the importance of creating pathways to teaching for young people and of the impact young people serving have on classrooms, schools, and communities. https://lnkd.in/e6GuAbxY

Partnerships Done Right.

Great leadership starts with a great foundation. DARE TO BE

A simple presentation about the importance of HSC students working together to achieve their personal best. No obe steals each other’s marks! It’s a group effort as match as it is individual. Let’s encourage our students and teachers to work together! https://lnkd.in/ge3p946q

Can 3rd and 4th grade students tackle Entrepreneurship? Here’s your answer! Turn up the volume and enjoy the sounds of Networking, Marketing, and Financial Literacy in action.