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Parents love their children. Teachers love their students. And yet in many of our schools, practices and systems have developed over time that have demonstrably harmed children. Why do we allow this to happen? What can we do about it?
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Dr. Olaf Jorgenson — a leader in the educational community — is actively involved in the education field. From speaking at conferences and publishing journal articles and books to serving as a Klingenstein field instructor, he's on the cutting edge of what's happening in education.
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As parents seek schools balancing academic rigor and nurturing environments, ACDS offers a holistic approach emphasizing joy and self-worth alongside academic achievement, challenging prevailing beliefs about success and happiness.
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Parents and teachers are like shift workers on the same job. At school, we see that students are best supported when parents and teachers are a team, coordinating to promote the social, emotional, and intellectual development of children.
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Parents and teachers are like shift workers on the same job. At school, we see that students are best supported when parents and teachers are a team, coordinating to promote the social, emotional, and intellectual development of children.