This episode is part of the #SameHere Schools series for Mental Health Awareness Month. Find the full series here: https://samehere.transistor.fm

This session looks at the multiple definitions of community and its importance in establishing the right conditions for learning. The discussion includes:

• The elements of a supportive community
• The upside of accountability
• Building a professional network that supports wellness and growth
• What it means to receive permission to teach
• The relationship between community in professional learning and classroom learning
• How engagement with diverse perspectives and experiences supports learning and mental wellness

Speakers:

Ross Romano (@RossBRomano)

Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies, a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry and beyond clarify their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on LinkedIn. Ross is also host of The Authority Podcast, which you can find here: https://authoritypodcast.transistor.fm

Rola Tibshirani (@rolat)

Rola is Vice Principal of St. Benedict School in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Read her blog at https://learningprogression.blogspot.com/

Tracy Mergler (@TracyMergler)

Tracy is a special education teacher and founder of Safe Space Organization, a non-clinical, community safe space that strives to change the conversation around mental health by educating, connecting and supporting others through a peer-to-peer network. Learn more: https://www.safespacecny.com/

Marisa Jackson (@MarisaLVJackson)

Marisa is Principal of Woodbridge Elementary School in Rhode Island. She is passionate about all things SEL.

Elizabeth McDonald (@MrsEM_McDonald)

Elizabeth is a middle school principal who will soon transition to the role of Assistant Superintendent for Instruction.

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