I pride myself on using social emotional development practices that are student centered and help students self-regulate their own thought processes, emotions and schema in a climate that supports belonging and inclusion for all. I believe students should be taught to think, not follow directions or seek approval and they can take on difficult questions from the start. School is the vehicle that takes children to their desired status, self sufficiency. Knowledge improves the human condition and to provide the rigor necessary to push the next generation of change makers, students will require a teacher with real world experience and candor.