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This week's Thoughtful Thursday question explores the connection between a collective mission and vision for student experience, and the impact on educational justice. For more guiding questions about creating equitable school communities, check out CEL's 4 Dimensions of School Leadership: https://hubs.ly/Q02hKNxh0

Developmental education is a critical issue at community colleges, according to a new UPDATE on Research and Leadership piece by Nina Owolabi and Stacy Bennett, Ph.D. When first introduced, developmental education was considered a means to support students in their pursuit of college-level courses. More recently, however, much of the research and discussion about developmental education has had a decidedly negative tone. Read "Reforming Developmental Education in Illinois" at https://lnkd.in/g7Yzmp9M.

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Having just joined the The Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton and the Chesterton Academies of Minnesota as a Senior Fellow, I've been musing on the place of G.K. Chesterton among modern thinkers, or "public intellectuals" (if you prefer). Chesterton observes a delightful distinction between two types of reformers in society: "The more modern type of reformer goes gaily up to [a fence or gate] and says, 'I don't see the use of this, let us clear it away.' To which the more intelligent type of reformer will do well to answer, 'If you don't see the use of it, I certainly won't let you clear it away. Go away and think. Then, when you can come back and tell me that you do see the use of it, I may allow you to destroy it.'" Just go away and think. Perhaps that's what we've largely lost: the ability to pause long enough to recognize the just and prudent purposes of inherited ways of life--from institutions to mores to rituals. Fortunately, the folks in the Chesterton School Network (Dale Ahlquist, Emily Selene de Rotstein, Joseph Grabowski, Mark Steeves, Brenie Bowles, Nes Rotstein, Grettelyn Darkey, Ruth Laxen et al.) are equipping schools that train high schoolers to pause and think, under the influence of the insightful Prince of Paradox. #chesterton #reform #classicaleducation https://lnkd.in/gXqtkV95

“Nothing about us, without us, is for us.” During their strategic planning process, Holyoke Public Schools adopted this fitting mantra as a reminder of how important it is to include the entire community in the discussion. The result? A bold, community-centric strategic vision for the school district. Check out the three factors that contributed to HPS’ success:

A remarkable and inspiring article on Patrick Tutwiler's career in education!!

Celebrating student achievements! Florida's education leaders applaud the significant success of students, highlighting dedication and academic excellence. 🎓🌟 Florida’s Education Leaders Applaud the Significant Success of Students Read More: https://rb.gy/9ft08c #FloridaEducation #StudentSuccess #AcademicExcellence #EducationLeaders #CelebratingAchievement #EducationSuccess

A month away…watch the short clip below to hear more about what we’ll dive into during the two days!

School of Education alumna Mamie Till-Mobley, MEd '71, used the transformative power of education to instill a sense of worth and purpose in her students, knowing each person could contribute to the fight for equality. Learn more about her story and legacy here: https://bit.ly/48tYJaA

Local school boards establish policies and practices that have an incredible effect on student outcomes and student experience. So, what characteristics ensure they make a positive impact? Effective trustees understand their role boundaries, have a clear student focus, take a data-driven approach, hold the administration and themselves accountable, and exhibit strong community leadership. Great school board trustees reimagine policy, practice, and resources to ensure that every child has the support they need to achieve their boldest dreams. Learn more → https://lnkd.in/gyVuceiH