I am a proud parent of a sixth-grade middle school scholar who was recently inducted into the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS). This is an important accomplishment in her educational career as she prepares for wherever life’s journey takes her by teaching life skills and helping her find her purpose. The social-emotional skills being developed are grounded in social awareness and responsibility. She has the opportunity to be a leader and role model to others by having a greater impact on school activities and community service thus highlighting her character and skills strengths.
As I reflect back on the past school year it was a bumpy road with its challenges of starting at a new school, class rotations, new and changing friendships, the ever-changing Covid-19 safety protocols, the loss of a grandmother and mental health concerns. I am thankful she asked for help to navigate her anxiety and lean on the support structures available to us. Through all of these challenges, her academics thrive. This experience made me wonder what type of workplace allows an individual to bring their whole self to work? How can leaders of an organization create a work environment that accepts the whole person?
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