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Ways We Want Our School to Be Template

At our national conference a few years ago, we explored the confluence of academics and social emotional learning. In one session, educators envisioned the kind of school they are striving for, using poster-size versions of this template. This template, in a smaller size or printed as a poster, can serve as a note-taking device for partners to capture their vision for a school.

Core Principles: 

Classroom Community,
Adult Learning Community

Topics: 

Relationships

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