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A moment of vulnerability... Is it okay to share my deep old struggles on national news? As I take a deep breath, I'm reminded of the little girl I once was - a GEP student, expected to have it altogether. But behind the accolades and perfect scores, there was a child grappling with self-doubt and loneliness. You see, being in the top 0.x% academically doesn't shield you from feeling inadequate. If anything, it can make those feelings even more isolating. After all, who would believe that the 'smart kid' struggles too? But here's the beautiful truth I've learned on this journey: our struggles don't define us - they refine us. Those moments of self-doubt? They've blossomed into deep empathy. The fear of not being enough? It's teaching me to celebrate small victories. The loneliness? It's opened my heart to connect with others in their pain. Today, as a business leader, parent, and forever-student of life, I'm grateful for every challenge that's shaped me. They've given me the gift of understanding, the strength to be vulnerable, and the courage to say, "It's okay not to be okay." To anyone out there feeling alone in their struggles - whether you're labeled 'gifted' or not - please know that your worth isn't measured by grades or achievements. You are valued, you are loved, and your struggles are valid. Let's create a world where we celebrate not just brilliant minds, but also kind hearts and resilient spirits. A world where authenticity trumps perfection, and where we lift each other up in our shared humanity. This is my story, told with an open heart. I hope it brings a little warmth, a lot of hope, and the gentle reminder that you're never alone on your journey too. ❤️ Thank you Stephanie Yeo for sharing my story too! #EmbraceYourJourney #AuthenticityMatters #HeartOverAchievements

Microaggressions are small, subtle comments that often cause considerable harm to others. In the next session of the Multicultural Learning Alliance, we will discuss the different types of microaggressions, the magnitude of their effects, and how we can address them in the different roles we play in speech and debate. Join us on April 17 » https://bit.ly/49ZoZuM

Ready to elevate your teaching experience? Immerse yourself in the diverse and engaging modules of my course, designed to breathe life into history education. From captivating virtual tours that transport students through time to empowering student-led discussions, we're reshaping the landscape of history instruction. Join the movement of teaching innovation and passion. Enroll now, and let's redefine how history is taught together! #TeachingInnovation #HistoryTeachers #PassionateEducators #RevolutionizingEducation

It appears that my worst fears have been realized: we have made progress in everything yet nothing has changed. -Derrick Bell In this episode of Freedom Friday, Chris, Sharif, and Ish highlight the historical context of Black communities teaching their own children and the need to reclaim that tradition. They emphasize the impact of low expectations and racial objectification on children's ability to learn and the importance of providing culturally relevant and empowering education. The conversation explores the importance of cultural knowledge and background in education, particularly in the context of teaching reading. It highlights the need for teachers to unlearn and question traditional teaching methods and to understand the experiences and potential of their students. The conversation also challenges the notion that a city's low reading proficiency is solely the fault of schools or teachers, and calls for culturally responsive learning that combines cultural knowledge with academic rigor. watch full episode here: youtu.be/sxVCCLxBzp4?si

Tim Muelhoff, who teaches at Biola University, a conservative Christian college, shares a valuable insight into his students' concerns about engaging with peers from other schools with center-left political beliefs. Grateful to have him as a partner in fostering these important conversations. Check out the video below to hear Tim’s perspective and learn more about how we're bridging political divides on college campuses! #civicpreparedness #civiclearning #democracy

Prepare your children to see the world. Here's 5 easy ways to teach your children to be culturally thoughtful travelers. https://lnkd.in/exmbWKiP

In School Inc., the late Andrew Coulson, senior fellow of education policy at Cato Institute, takes viewers on a worldwide personal quest for an answer to the question—if you build a better way to teach a subject, why doesn’t the world beat a path to your door, like they do in other industries? The three-part documentary exposes audiences to unfamiliar and often startling realities: the sad fate of Jaime Escalante after the release of the feature film Stand and Deliver; Korean teachers who earn millions of dollars every year; private schools in India that produce excellent results but charge only $5 a month; current U.S. efforts to provide choices and replicate educational excellence; and schools in Chile and Sweden—in which top K-12 teachers and schools have already begun to “scale-up,” reaching large and ever-growing numbers of students. Watch now: https://lnkd.in/g8dPwaf #schoolchoice #schoolchoiceweek

Although sadly we are witnessing a rise in antisemitism, teaching about this topic can make a positive difference in the lives of students. Our recent evaluation study shows that our lessons on contemporary antisemitism help students cultivate empathy and motivate them to take action against antisemitism when they encounter it. Learn more: https://hubs.li/Q02ypsVc0

What should celebrating our educators look like? Latinx Teachers Fellowship alum Sofia Gonzalez M.Ed., MA knows that being an educator is becoming increasingly difficult. In this Con Ganas We Can blog, Sofia says we must truly celebrate teachers by making big waves of change in policy and access, while regularly recognizing educators for the work, passion, and grit we see in classrooms year after year. Read more: https://hubs.la/Q02wPg3m0

Thanks to South China Morning Post SCMP (Lars Hamer) for featuring my HKU classes on #race + #racism issues, today and throughout history. Teaching on these topics has been one of the most important things I’ve ever done for my home, my students and myself. ⤵️ #HongKong #racialjustice #ethnicity #discrimination #education #history Online version: https://lnkd.in/gpYzQ98a