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In a recent podcast appearance on Future Hindsight, I was asked to define the public square in light of my campaign calling community leaders and active citizens to reclaim the public square and embrace our capacity as builders and doers. Here's what I said. The public square is where we create our shared lives together. The public square is where we talk to one another, where we argue and debate with one another, where we try to sort things out together. And where, frankly, we're going to disagree on a lot of stuff. But it is where we try to figure out what we can agree on so that we can get moving and create a better life for people. For me, the public square is a noisy place, a messy place, a place filled with innovation and creativity, uncertainty and ambiguity. The public square needs us. Each of us. All of us. So that we can make a go of it as a society together. https://lnkd.in/g7T772Ab

In today's exciting episode of Culture Hack, host Adam Kolozetti sits down with Carolyn Breland, Head of School at River Valley School in Calgary, offering a unique perspective on fostering engagement in an elementary independent school. Dive into the concept of engagement at River Valley School. Learn how the school encourages involvement at every level, from students to staff and parents. Carolyn discusses River Valley's belief that making mistakes leads to the best learning and the importance of providing a safe playground for exploration. Explore how staff committees and parent focus groups contribute to decision-making, creating a holistic and diverse environment. Discover how River Valley School involves not just students but also parents in decision-making, creating a shared vision. Carolyn emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and collaboration in creating a positive, empowering & engaging school experience! Don't miss out on future episodes—stay tuned for more Culture Hack discussions! If you're passionate about discussing culture and engagement, reach out and be part of the show. #CultureHack #yyc #yycbusiness #education #engagement #schoolculture Follow link for video

"Growing up in Kearney and being a graduate of UNK, I know the importance of having the university in Kearney. It is satisfying to know that our work here is helping students better themselves." -Bryce Jensen, Classroom Technologist for UNK Graduate Studies and Academic Innovation Bryce provides livestream opportunities for our online students and is always willing to help us with our tech needs. We are so grateful to have Bryce in our office! 💙💛 Give him a big Loper-shoutout in the comments below! 👇 #unkonline #PowerOfTheHerd

Ep.74-Revolutionizing Education with Star Students-Founder, Kimberly Gawne by Jackie Scully Join me in a thought-provoking conversation with Kimberly Gawne, an inspiring educator and the Founder of Star Students. In this episode, we delve into the challenges of the traditional public schooling system and explore alternative educational solutions for dissatisfied parents. Kimberly shares her passion for inspiring the natural curiosity of students and discusses how Star […] #boomers #babyboomers

I'm super excited and blessed to be able to share the details about our progress on my 3 year passion project Jonathan's Landing Our website and linkedin page are now live. Please share and like our page. Our vision video is here: https://lnkd.in/e_PyWE_2 At Jonathan’s Landing our mission is to relentlessly pursue solutions that provide a life of dignity, growth and purpose for adults with autism and give parents peace knowing their child is safe and happy. We are creating a first of its kind self-sustaining paradigm for adults with autism where work and live exist on equal pillars. Where opportunities, services and support are aligned to unlock individual potential and maximize independence. We have a big vision for what we are going to accomplish by creating a home for our kids with 500 residents and a mission to create 5000 jobs. These adults need support in housing, life skills and meaningful employment. We will be leveraging our teams’ decades of experience in entrepreneurship, tech and hospitality industries to not only create meaningful jobs, but to build profitable businesses for our community of under-employed adults to work at and then roll those profits from the work side to the housing and services side to minimize the cost for each family. Our world needs a huge step change in solutions to support the epidemic of adults who have or are about to age out of the system in the next few years. To change the world, we are architecting Jonathan’s Landing 100% open source, leveraging an open innovation model with the intention of sharing everything we create and learn for free. Al Emerick, Dan Ward, APR, CPRC, Rajiv Menon, Peter McAlindon, Michelle DeVos, Kim Axel Lopdrup, Silvia Haas, Keeley Ehrenreich, MBA, Lisa Dieker, Jonathan Maricle, PhD, MFA, CSM, Roy Reid, APR, CPRC, MCPC, Adam Scheinberg, Kevin Reynolds, Ron Stocknopf Ben-Zeev, Bari Hoffman, Alexander N. Cartwright, Jodi Thorp, Racquel Asa, Chris Johncke, Tony Benge, Kim Wehagen, Marc McMurrin, Tim Hill, Steve Nakagawa, Paul A. Sohl, Jeff Brandes, Tom O'Neal, Baker Barrios Architects, Gary Moore, Rick Walsh, John Riley, Jonathan Taylor, Chakri Toleti, Ken Baker, Juan Fernando Santos, Amanda Shawn G., Christopher Male #whynotchangetheworld #supportthelanding #autism #autismawareness #openinnovation

So many investment managers have sustainable Real Estate as part of their portfolios. I have yet to see a development as ambitious, purposeful and empowering as Jonathan’s landing. Jason Eichenholz and teams’ mission goes beyond solving a housing problem. He is solving a societal need for adults with Autism that will have positive impacts for generations. Jonathan’s Landing is creating the world’s most comprehensive intentional community for adults with autism across the spectrum of needs and diagnosis. Read about the first-of-its kind development below 👇🏼 Support by following https://lnkd.in/ef6YvYDp #Investing in the #Future of #Inclusion #Autism #sustainable #realestate

Forge lasting connections among generations with key tips for Black family reunion planning. From communication strategies to inclusive programming, discover how to create an environment that fosters unity, strengthens bonds, and leaves a lasting legacy. #BlackFamilyReunions #ConnectionBuilding #InclusiveProgramming #FamilyUnity https://lnkd.in/gmFBRn8f

### Introducing Always Beek1nd KC: A 501(c)(3) Organization **Mission Statement** Always Beek1nd KC is dedicated to more than just technology; it’s about community, connection, and creating a brighter future for America. By providing new tech, we aim to bring families closer, helping parents and children bond and understand each other better. Keeping kids engaged and busy with technology can keep them out of trouble, fostering a safer and more connected community. Ultimately, we are paving pathways to a brighter future in the tech industry for America’s youth. **Our Name Explained** - **Always**: Represents a habit or a consistent way of doing things. We believe in always being there, always giving back, and always caring. - **Beek1nd**: - **Bee**: Just like bees protect and serve their communities by pollinating, we aim to spread love and support within our communities. Bee also stands as an acronym for the initials of my daughters, emphasizing the personal connection and inspiration behind our mission. - **k1nd**: Pronounced as "kind," it reminds us to show kindness everywhere we go. You never know how a small gesture can change someone's life. The number "1" replaces the "i" to highlight the importance of self-care, mental health, and well-being. Taking care of yourself allows you to better care for others. **Our Values** - **Community**: Building stronger bonds within our community is at the heart of what we do. Kansas City, our hometown, is the starting point of our mission. - **Connection**: Using technology as a tool to bring families together and keep children engaged and safe. - **Future**: Providing pathways for youth to enter and excel in the tech industry, ensuring a brighter future for them and for America. **Personal Story** The spirit of Always Beek1nd KC is deeply rooted in personal experience. My background in customer service and chauffeuring, though not making me rich in material wealth, has made me rich in love and talent at heart. My journey of helping others with empathy and compassion has shaped the ethos of Always Beek1nd KC. Kansas City, the heart of America, is where my kids grew up, and I hope to see our community come together and expand this mission across the state and beyond. Together, we can make a difference by always being kind, giving back, and supporting one another. Join us in our mission to create a more connected, caring, and technologically advanced future for our children and our community.

Looking forward to this conversation about the representation of the first-gen experience in films.

Lots coming from St. Albert Impact after the adoption of our 5-year technical plan last year and the adoption today of our year 2 goals. Lots of work to do before September when we aim to move our Tier 1-3 programming to full year and remove the mid-year summer tryout. Children need time and an opportunity to develop, not tryouts every 6 months! #ImpactTheFuture #PlayerDevelopment #CoachDevelopment #ClubDevelopment