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🎙My Candidate Interview Is Live I would love to hear your thoughts and input! As a passionate advocate for our schools and a candidate for the Pembroke School Committee, I recently had the opportunity to share my vision and priorities for the future of Pembroke's education with The Local Seen Government Services Here are some highlights! Budget Priorities and Constraints: I firmly believe that budget discussions should begin with the insights of our school building principals. Their direct experience with the needs of our students and teachers is invaluable. I am dedicated to finding creative solutions for funding gaps and prioritize the wellness and safety of our students and staff in all budget decisions. Impact of Decreasing Enrollment: Even as we face declining enrollment, it's crucial to recognize the significant increase in per-pupil funding rates. This underscores the continuous need for increased funding, particularly to support the growing mental health needs of our students. Vocational Schooling and Local Revenue: I propose innovative ideas, such as kayak and canoe rentals and food truck internships, to enhance vocational training opportunities. It's important to me that we seek community feedback on these initiatives. Special Education: With my strong background in special education, I understand the importance of individualized education plans based on comprehensive evaluations. I acknowledge the increasing demand for special education services and am committed to meeting these needs. General Philosophy on Education and Community Involvement: I am a proponent of data-informed decision-making and actively seek community input to ensure our educational priorities meet the evolving needs of our students. My dedication to our community, innovative approach to addressing challenges, and commitment to putting students first make me a strong candidate for the Pembroke School Committee. I believe in supporting a future where every child in Pembroke has the opportunity to thrive. I encourage you to make your voice heard in the upcoming elections. Together, we can make a difference for the future of our children and our community. https://lnkd.in/eyz326pe #KatrinaDelaney #PembrokeSchoolCommittee #EducationForAll #CommunityFirst #PembrokePride

This D.C. Policy Center D.C. Voices on high school attendance is a special one, from our summer intern, Blake Saddler, who just graduated from DCPS. 🙌 Read below for Blake's analysis and what he heard from the education community on this topic!

Discover how #UCDavis graduate students are leading the way in public scholarship and community engagement in our May newsletter. This issue highlights the achievements of our Public Scholars for the Future alumni — a testament to how this program nurtures and supports the next generation of public scholars. https://conta.cc/3WKQPYi

I've always believed that students flourish in environments enriched by diverse experiences and community voices. As a teacher, I prioritized more than just academics; I embraced community partnerships and service learning. Witnessing my students grow in confidence, creativity, and compassion through these experiences was one of the most rewarding aspects of my teaching career. 🔗Get more insights in our complimentary 'Inclusivity' Checklist: https://bit.ly/42q2UD8

If every Community College grad would just proudly post their CC alma-mater (along with their subsequent transfer institution, of course) it would be Transformative. One reason more people don't know of and celebrate the transformative power of Community Colleges in America -- hence the silly and often racialized stigma -- is that so many transfer students immediately delete their community college history on LinkedIn as soon as they "get in." As if attending a CC wasn't instrumental, pivotal, and transformative in achieving their dream school transfer. Which, paradoxically, only further reinforces the silly stigma they're apparently afraid of. Got stereotype threat? Gentle reminders: recently retired UCLA Chancellor Block was once a transfer student from Foothill College. And now it's on his LinkedIn. Apple founders Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak both dropped out of elite colleges/universities after just one year because it wasn't worth the money. That's why they attended De Anza College. Which had fantastic computer access and CS classes. And yep, that's why Apple is still headquartered in Cupertino. Ditto Hollywood: Tom Hanks? Arnold Swarzenegger? Both are proud champions of their CC alma maters. And the list goes on and on. And on. So why not join them?

So many of our students choose to pursue their degrees because they are determined to improving their communities. To see and hear more about their motivations, watch this video: https://ow.ly/hvza50QQCJW

"Although political polarization is among the major factors behind declining confidence [in #HigherEd], the steps that colleges can take toward mitigating it are less obvious." https://lnkd.in/eg84MXQM There is a way. The program we have forged with Braver Angels, the American Council of Trustees and Alumni, and BridgeUSA is a tried and proven method for building bridges of understanding and reducing negative feelings toward opposing viewpoints, all in the context of a collective search for truth. As the new academic year gets underway, we're ready to work with anyone and everyone, on- and off-campus, to restore constructive debate and confidence for the future. Interested in collaborating with us? Download our curricular toolkit today. https://lnkd.in/eWrb2TU7

"The experiences in this fellowship will change how you see your field, and especially how you strategize on solutions, even if you don’t want to work in policy long term!" Learn from Carly Champagne on why you should apply for the SRCD Policy Fellowship and more! Read her spotlight: https://bit.ly/4aoPnPg #policy #ChildDevelopment #fellowship

Academic integrity is the cornerstone of educational credibility, reflecting the ethical commitment to honesty, originality, and fairness in academic pursuits. Upholding academic integrity is crucial for fostering a learning environment that values the genuine acquisition of knowledge and skills. Protecting academic integrity ensures that students are evaluated on their individual merit, promoting a level playing field and maintaining the trustworthiness of educational institutions. It safeguards the reputation of students, educators, and the academic community as a whole, emphasizing the enduring significance of integrity in scholarly endeavors.