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We Need to Make Schools Human Again. That Means Treating Teachers With Respect.

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Researcher Doris Santoro, author of “Demoralized,” explains that demoralization occurs when teachers “encounter consistent and pervasive challenges to enacting the values that motivate their work.” In fact, educational leadership experts say that culture is always at play in a school’s success or failure.

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For a Self-Destructive Student, a Restorative Circle Fostered a Sense of Belonging

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We had a slew of intervention and support strategies in place, from daily check-ins to one-on-one counseling services and group therapy, but from the day he walked into MAPs, Ralphie was combative with authority. After just a few months with us, he was caught by the superintendent breaking into a district leader’s car in the parking lot.

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Leading an Education Startup Through Layoffs and COVID-19

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We all understood the consequences of failure and how each of us could contribute to our organization’s success. Consider those who have the best track record in the specific area you’re seeking counsel about. Having collaborators, advisors and supporters who know you deeply—and know how to motivate you—makes a huge difference.

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A Recipe for Student Success

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By establishing specific academic targets, students can maintain focus and motivation in their courses and throughout their college journey. Seek support: Utilize campus resources, such as counseling services or academic support centers, for assistance with stress management, time management, study skills, and personal challenges.

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A Recipe for Student Success

Faculty Focus

By establishing specific academic targets, students can maintain focus and motivation in their courses and throughout their college journey. Seek support: Utilize campus resources, such as counseling services or academic support centers, for assistance with stress management, time management, study skills, and personal challenges.

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Why Data Alone Won’t Improve Retention

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Without considering the emotional and social aspects of a student’s educational journey, particularly the connections they build with faculty and peers, institutions risk overlooking the things that keep students engaged, motivated, and ultimately enrolled. Simply put, data is not enough.

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Encouraging Diverse Learners in Computer Science and Engineering

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They are driven, motivated and informed. For your students who don’t typically identify as “engineers”—many female and minority students as well as some boys—what motivates them to sign up for, and become invested in, an engineering class or activity? Offer to walk to the counseling office to help with scheduling.

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