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"This work has strengthened my resolved to counteract oppression," says Mamzelle. 

Teachers’ social and emotional well-being must be a priority of any plan to reopen our schools. 

Morningside Center invites you to join us for a webinar on August 4th to lean into your discomfort as we collectively work toward the antiracist future of education.

In her first Motivational Monday video, "Finishing Strong," Morningside Center staff developer Angela Polite gives us some warm and invigorating encouragement at the end of an extremely challenging school year.

"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.