Welcome to our 4th year of honoring and sharing outrageous love to CLR educators and their journeys to responsiveness. We begin season four with Dr. Hollie's annual personal episode, where you get a quick look into the personal life of your host. This time, Dr. Hollie is celebrating 45 years of friendship with Gerald Luke. They have been friends since 4th grade! What a blessing! Part of the celebration is hearing Gerald's journey to responsiveness. Currently, he is Director of Federal Program and African American Student Achievement in Palmdale, California. Hear his fascinating journey. which starts with the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles with a pit stop in the "DMV" and lands in Palmdale. Listen carefully because Dr. Hollie and Gerald have another interesting connection that you do not want to miss. 

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