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“Welcome to the Promise Land,” were the first words out of his mouth. He traveled the same path as me and knew the struggles of lack that all inner-city school districts face.
Welcome to the Promise Land.
Imagine a place where there truly is equity and funds are spent on the children they are allocated to from the state. Imagine air conditioning in shared public spaces like the library media center and flexible furniture not only in the library, but also in classrooms and hallways that encourage collaboration.
Welcome to the Promise Land.
Imagine an education where all 9th graders are required to be in a swim class in the public school’s pool so that they can graduate with life skills that very well might save them one day or help them grac certain social circles.
Welcome to the Promise Land.
Imagine the school library satisfying state regulations, having a full-time aide and students volunteering to help for their community service.
Welcome to the Promise Land.
Imagine being able to teach research and social media skills to entering freshmen.
Welcome to the Promise Land.
Imagine being able to be online with one-to-one iPads for staff and students.
Welcome to the Promise Land.
Imagine being joyful at work, smiling at coworkers and looking forward to your job. Imagine children that are kind and given a chance to succeed. Imagine being a respected part of the team that seeks to deliver a world class education.
Imagine a better future for yourself because I imagine you here with me.
Welcome to the Promise Land.