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A Short History of Discipline Practices in the United States
Post by Dr. Will Pulgarin

A Short History of Discipline Practices in the United States

Disciplinary practices have evolved in tandem with the growth of formal education in the United States. Just as the latter constantly changed and responded to the pressing needs of the moment (i.e. th...

The Phenomenon of “Cracking” in Today’s Sociopolitical Climate: A Restorative Leadership Approach to Mitigating Burnout
Post by Dr. Daisy Gomez

The Phenomenon of “Cracking” in Today’s Sociopolitical Climate: A Restorative Leadership Approach to Mitigating Burnout

In today’s rapidly shifting social and political climate, the workplace is experiencing heightened levels of stress, polarization, and emotional strain. Many professionals - especially those in public...

Optimism at the Start: Reflections from All Those Back-to-School Sales
Post by Dr. Will Pulgarin

Optimism at the Start: Reflections from All Those Back-to-School Sales

It’s that time of year when Target and Walmart dedicate sections of their stores to "Back to School" promotions. For some teachers, the "On Sale" signs signal the end of their summer break and the beg...

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