I’m Here – The Arts & International Women’s Day
Arts Integration | Mentorship | My Thoughts | Personal Development | Posted on March 8, 2018 at 10:46 am by geneinletford
As we celebrate International Women’s Day, I want to share this experience of how the arts can change your perspective on the way you see yourself and your position in life. As women, we often struggle with seeing ourselves as worthy, as beautiful, as competent and strong. Especially when we are in situations where we […]
An Open Letter to 18 Year Old Genein Jefferson
My Thoughts | Personal Development | Posted on January 1, 2018 at 8:14 pm by geneinletford
Dear Genein, You’re 18 and I am now 38. I don’t know if I should be writing you… my younger self. I’ve watched Back To The Future many times and I know what happens when you contact the ‘younger’ you. It never ends well. Nevertheless, I’ll take that risk if only just to […]
Asset Framing: Presenting Our Students In the Best Light
Creativity | Mentorship | My Thoughts | Personal Development | Posted on December 30, 2016 at 9:50 am by geneinletford
What is asset framing? Good question! Following a Donorschoose board meeting, I sat down with Trabian Shorters, a fellow board member, to discuss what asset framing is and why educators and community members need to be aware of this concept. Continue reading below but also watch the video above for the one on one interview! […]
5 Strategic Life Lessons I Learned From KIA
Personal Development | Posted on February 2, 2016 at 7:33 am by geneinletford
Here’s a written introduction of the video but if you can, watch the video – it’s way more exciting! The first month of 2016 is over and if you are desiring 2016 to be your best year yet, you have to check out these strategies I learned from KIA! Though I’m a teacher, I’m […]
