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"The work that I do as a staff developer is truly an investment in people," says Angela.

"I am humbled every time I build a new relationship with a student and/or educator, where they trust enough to share their hopes, dreams, life challenges and sometimes secrets with me," says Ava.

"Social and emotional learning and restorative practices are vehicles for listening to the struggles, resilience, and wisdom of our students," says Jonah.

"This year, Juneteenth and the 4th of July arrived amidst a protest party in full swing. In my social circles, both days were heightened displays of Black love and joy, Black pain and resistance," writes Morningside Center staff developer Nicole Lavonne Smith. 

Laurine is a gifted actor, activist, and educator.

"Finding ways to build trust and connection in the online space feels urgent," says actor, writer, director and Morningside staff developer Jason Jacobs.

Meyer Levin Middle School principal George Patterson writes in Chalkbeat about how his awe-inspiring school puts students at the center of Juneteenth.

Educators must not be complicit and co-conspirators in the act of not allowing Black students to just BE their wonderfully made selves.

An invitation to white educators and administrators to partner with us in the fight for racial justice.

School has gone online, but young people need more than academics right now - they need to connect and get support from each other and adults to get through this crisis. You can help make that happen!