To be a leader one must embody many characteristics, we must always be learning to develop into great leaders.  In this episode we hear how a teacher impacted Brinkley's growth as a person, into the amazing woman she is today.  A senior at Harvard University Brinkley Brown shares some solid advice to educators everywhere!  

Kela wonders why I remember her, and I wonder how she is doing?

It surprises me that students don't realize how much of an impact they have on us, as teachers.  It also surprises me how much impact we really do have on students.  It isn't always a positive impact, and Kela's story reminds me to be aware of the words I say, the actions I do, and the willingness to understand the challenges of the students I encounter everyday!

Knowing what is happening with them can change everything!

As a teacher in New Hampshire I had never heard of the selective enrollment process.  I learned a lot in preparing for this interview.  Here is a link if you would like to know more as well!

I want you to remember that Georgia is only an eighth grader, and we even sometimes forgot that during the interview. 

Emma was a high school freshman when she was first asked to organize the event Dancing With The Staff. This event included five staff couples who were taught two dance routines by student dance instructors. Her event raised over $5,000 towards student scholarships. She was 14 years old - she learned that she already had leadership skills and built on them.

Leadership is a very important aspect of Emma's life. As a leader, she tries hard to break the mold of the stereotype of “I’m better than you.” She believes this new generation has a big chance to change what a leader can be. 

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So many schools are going test optional due to COVID.  Taylor and Lorraine chat about standardized tests, connecting with teachers, developing the network from college and so much more.  We hope this episode gives you a little background on who we are.  

Find out about the podcast unimagined!

Listen to this description of so many issues we as educators struggle with in our classroom.  Join me this spring to have these conversations with other educators!  

Have you struggled with the class clown?  Listen to how to engage them!