Fall Educators Conference

On Friday October 9th, all faculty from The Valley School attended the NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools) Fall Educators Conference. We joined our association colleagues for a day built around Transformative Moments: The Journey to Inclusive, Welcoming Schools. There were over 1,000 educators in attendance, over 55 sessions to choose from, and lunch time meet-ups with those who shared an interest or role. Professional Development for Valley School faculty is designed in a variety of ways over the year, with this conference’s intention to bring us together with peers. Opening Keynote speaker MK Asante started off the day with a powerful story of his journey and how he overcame the odds he was born into. Drawing on his own life, he inspired the audience to seek out the heeling, redemptive power of art, education, and personal inspiration. The attached photo is the graphic facilitation of his speech by Maketa Wilborn.

Published October 16, 2015 Print