In this edition of the Roundtable, host Tim Cavey connects with eight inspiring educators to discuss their One Word for 2021: the word that best encapsulates their goals, values, and vision.
Questions That Guided Our Discussion
- 1:07 – Who are you and what is your current context in education?
- 5:39 – As we say goodbye to 2020, what’s one thing you’re taking with you? Let’s share some lessons, some growth moments, or unexpected highlights.
- 18:33 – In your mind, what’s the power behind the One Word practice?
- 26:33 – It’s show time! What’s your One Word for 2021 and why?
- 48:55 – How can we connect with you?
The Panelists and Their One Word for 2021
- Marisa Thompson @MarisaEThompson: INTENTION
- Debbie Tannenbaum @TannenbaumTech: TRANSFORMATION
- Tammy Breitweiser @TLBreit: PUSH
- Santiago Meza @SantiagoAM115: GO
- Natalie Conway @AOENatalie: VULNERABILITY
- Stephanie Rothstein @Steph_EdTech: CREATE
- Livia Chan @LiviaChanL: WHY
- Bryon Carpenter @BryonCar: APPRECIATE
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