Happy New Year -
Another big question is school philosophy, and teacher perspective. Are we meeting the needs of an underserved population out of fairness? Or are we training tomorrow's saviors? Will the teachers have a "these children are our most valuable resource" mentality? I just hate the "the world needs these kids" tone that some schools carry. I'm a big fan of the "we are out to serve children with special learning needs who can't find a place to fit in and grow to be their full selves any where else."
I think that a key has to be helping children to develop a healthy perspective on their talents, not as something that sets them apart from other people, but as something they can bring to friendships once they develop maturity and a sense of themselves.
Thanks again for your excitement and leadership,
Grinity
