Education has never been just a profession to me. It has always been a responsibility. Over the course of more than three decades in education, I have come to understand that when the product is people, accountability matters. Leadership matters. Purpose matters. And perhaps most importantly, service matters. Whether working in classrooms, leading educational initiatives,…
Elementary Teachers’ Influence Elementary teachers may be among the most influential professionals in the world. Doctors save lives. Engineers build bridges. Scientists make discoveries. Yet long before many children become doctors, engineers, scientists, entrepreneurs, artists, or leaders, they spend their days sitting in elementary classrooms learning not only academic content, but also who they are…
Recently, I learned about Brevard Public Schools’ Legacy Educator Program, an initiative designed to introduce high school students to the teaching profession and create a pathway for the next generation of educators. At first glance, it may appear to be a workforce development initiative. In reality, it is something much more profound. It is an…