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Black History Month: Celebrating a Beautifully Rich Culture

Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy, Awards & Recognition

Author: James Layman • Date: February 1, 2024
With Black History Month here, you may ask, "What does this mean for me?" In our daily lives, many of us may not know how...

The Dream of Buying Lunch in the Cafeteria

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Author: Srinivas Khedam • Date: November 14, 2022
Belongingness is a big deal for every individual. When people feel like they belong to a place or group, they express, share, contribute, and give...

What Does a “Sense of Belonging” Really Mean?

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Author: Kelly Sheward • Date: November 7, 2022
In my third year as the principal at Sunnyside Elementary in the Marysville School District, my goals for my students are to have a voice...

It’s Black History Month, but I Run Year-round for Ahmaud Arbery

Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy, Awards & Recognition

Author: Dr. Scott Seaman • Date: February 24, 2022
I’d like to start this blog by sharing three things with you - one you know for sure, and two you probably didn’t. First, it’s...

A Culture, Not a Costume

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Author: James Layman • Date: October 5, 2021
October is full of many events, happenings, and holidays that are woven into our schools' fabric. Homecomings, spirit days, and Halloween festivities take shape and...