22. “ To understand LIFE is to understand OURSELVES , and that is both the beginning and the end of EDUCATION .” ~ Krishnamurti
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26. “ America needs an educational system in which our children will “fulfill their God-given potential… and live out their dreams… and our workers will out-compete the world… and our economy will grow.” ~ Barack Obama
30. “ We become teachers for reasons of the heart . d But often, as time goes by, we lose heart . d How can we take heart , alone and together, d so we can give heart - which is what good teachers do?” ~ Parker Palmer
31. NEEDS of TEACHERS Autonomy Community Competency Reflection
39. “ My teaching will never be the same!” ~ Maggie Meeting #1
40. “ I think we can start working with our students in this way, even while we’re working on our inner ,, selves .” ~ Doug Meeting #1
41. “ I just discovered I work with the most amazing people … smart and deep.” ~ Michelle Meeting #1
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44. LEARNING, INSIGHTS, and P ersonal C hanges “ I find myself being more of a self-observer , experimenting and watching… “ There’s an awareness of what thoughts are coming out of my mouth and their impact… and an awareness of others , too, that has developed into a real appreciation and connection to them… “ I find I am seeking out more learning for myself… it’s caused me to read more books, too.” ~ Doug
45. LEARNING, INSIGHTS, and P ersonal C hanges “ It’s not about technique or methods-- It’s about self-reflection . I’m really looking at my personal and professional goals … and deciding to make changes … with this new support group to help me!” ~Diane “ I feel inspiration for personal growth … It’s been kind of like a virus--the ideas spread, taking you over, and then you pass them along.” ~ Eleanor
46. A Reflective Community Meets Teacher NEEDS Autonomy Community Competency Reflection
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49. INSPIRING a sense of RENEWAL : a REFLECTIVE COMMUNITY GROWS from a TEACHER BOOK CLUB
50. “ When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” ~Palo Coelho
54. School climate Invitation Stamp of Approval Hands off Leadership Hold Space Establish Form Community Relationships Dialogue Meaningful Ideas Administration Change Action Growth
55. Build it, and they will come. ~ Shoeless Joe, Field of Dreams Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. ~ Margaret Mead