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About school climate: You might control the weather

Posted on December 6, 2017 by dfgately

We cannot control the weather, but there are so many things that educators do control.
It’s about intentionality. Everything we do as educators should be done with intention, not because that’s the way were were taught, not because it’s what “feels” right, or what’s easy for us; we must always act in ways that create safe conditions for learning to take place and to build the resilience of our kids.
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About my #OneWord: Nurture

Posted on January 5, 2016 by dfgately

My one word for 2016 is Nurture, as in relationships. For 2016 my goal is to reflect more on and devote greater energy to the relationships I have with everyone in my life… One of the most powerful mentors in … Continue reading →

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