Jenn Maichin joins Katie Martin to discuss the benefits of challenging learners and evoking a growth mindset.

“Every single human on this planet has the capacity to grow their ability, their knowledge, their skills, and even their intelligence, regardless of their starting point, if they believe they can.”

For almost 27 years, Jenn has worked as a special education teacher for middle school students, as well as an Education Specialist at Mindset Works. Her emphasis throughout her career in education has been on cultivating self-efficacy and intrinsic motivation in students, which frequently leads to the development of self-awareness and independent learning skills.

As part of Mineola's growth "Process," Jenn has transitioned from teaching in the classroom to serving as the district's growth and Growth Mindset coach and coordinator this year.

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