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Nov 172 min read

From Tanzania to Istanbul: Lessons in Connection and Innovation

Chronicles of a Lifetime Experience Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine my life’s calling would take me across the globe. This week,...

Dec 26, 20233 min read

McKenny Elementary: A Model Equity School Faces Closure Under Supposed Equity-Minded District Board

According to the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, McKenny has the highest rate of learning growth...

Nov 28, 20234 min read

“You look military” she said!

Yet, it still did not feel good to be boxed in once more.

Oct 25, 20232 min read

The Home Delivery Guy Who Seemed "Unfriendly"

It is August 26th, 2023. My wife and I are expecting the delivery of a newly purchased bedframe for our bedroom. The morning is chaotic....

Dec 20, 20223 min read

Open Letter to Talauna Reed and Alesha Perkins

An open letter to two Olympia community members in conflict.

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Nov 16, 20224 min read

What is a School Board for and why the outrage about Talauna Reed?

The Olympia community made National news when some Olympia School District (OSD) parents reported to news outlets concerns and objections...

Jul 21, 20224 min read

It Takes Two to Tango

One of the biggest challenges with creating an atmosphere of belonging in the workplace is the unsettling truth that “it takes two to...

Mar 23, 20223 min read

A step into the unknown

It was a momentous time to be in leadership in this field, even more so to step into it. I was excited, hopeful and nervous.

May 12, 20203 min read

The #Ahmaudchallenge

How can you love the one you fear? How can you stop fearing the one you don’t trust? How can you trust the one you do not know? How can you