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"Passing on the torch of knowledge, as I was once ignited, to illuminate the path for others."

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During my downtime, I enjoy every aspect of the outdoors. ANYWHERE AT ANYTIME! ​

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My best friend Chad and I enjoy traveling, hiking, snowboarding, boating, snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing, tanning, laying in the hammocks, really anything outdoors with our girl Annie! ​

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Taking time to enjoy the fresh air allows me to clear my mind and find inner peace daily. ​

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Need someone to walk the trails with while in Austin? I am your girl! :D ​

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I am a beautiful blend of Finnish, Scandinavian on my mother's side and African American on my father's side. I was born and raised in Houston, TX, and grew up with a diverse family. ​

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My mother, father, and brothers have all inspired me in ways beyond belief. My mother has taught me how to balance my personal life and career. Through patience, understanding, hard work, and determination. ​

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My father taught me when to make necessary sacrifices, how to move forward from circumstances I cannot control, and the importance of giving 100% in every encounter.​

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And my biggest inspirations are my older brothers, who have taught me about perseverance, maintaining a growth mindset, and the importance of always being a woman of my word.

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So, why Instructional Leadership?​

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Instructional Leadership is critical to success as a future administrator. This program will provide me with the necessary techniques, skills, data, and ideologies to make everlasting impacts on all students, teachers, and adults on campus. ​

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As an administrator, it is critical to obtain skills as an instructional leader. ​

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I am hopeful this Instructional Leadership program will allow me to facilitate and improve the academic progress of students and keep educators inspired in the classroom.

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“I have been impressed with the urgency of doing. Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Being willing is not enough; we must do.” — Leonardo da Vinci

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Addressing social unrest is indeed a complex and important challenge, and schools can play a significant role in addressing this issue. Here are some ways to impact social unrest in our lives and our students' lives, and yes, I believe it can be addressed in our classrooms:

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Addressing social unrest is indeed a complex and important challenge, and schools can play a significant role in addressing this issue. Here are some ways to impact social unrest in our lives and our students' lives, and yes, I believe it can be addressed in our classrooms:

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1. Promote Inclusivity and Diversity

2. TEach Critical Thinking

3. Encourage Civic Engagement

4. Guest Speakers and Community Involvement

5. Promote Equity and Compassion

6. Mental Health and Wellbeing

7. Collaborate with Families and Educators