"So generation Z is on its way. Let’s go back to the basics. Let’s help them understand that learning is valuable in and of itself; that hard work, genuine curiosity, and heartfelt passion pave the way to a life well lived; and that real success comes when you can look at your life and say, 'I have done my best to make a positive difference in the lives of others and the world we live in.' "
— Michael K. Mulligan is the Head of The Thacher School in Ojai, California. A graduate of Middlebury College, The Breadloaf School of English at Middlebury, and the Harvard Graduate School of Education
— Michael K. Mulligan is the Head of The Thacher School in Ojai, California. A graduate of Middlebury College, The Breadloaf School of English at Middlebury, and the Harvard Graduate School of Education
The Bridge Slavens Middle School is renowned throughout DPS for its academic rigor as well as high expectations for behavior. The 6th Grade Team Teachers consider the 6th grade year as the "bridge" from elementary school to middle school. Our goals for students are to make gains in independence, organization, self-advocacy, responsibility, perseverance and resilience. We encourage a “growth mindset” where students learn that it is their EFFORT that leads to success, and if they continue to try, over time they will improve and achieve.
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"My goal is to guide parents out of the overparenting trap – to steer them away from fears that our children’s success is predicated on our constant handholding, hovering, and shepherding. We can take a step back, so they can step up. Parenting doesn’t have to feel so hard anymore."
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