Anthony Thomas, CAA states that if you want your kids and staff to thrive you need to create the conditions of belonging. Belonging is not about fitting in, but allowing people to be their authentic selves. As an AD you can help determine what belonging is in your building, program, and teams. Anthony will discuss in detail the 5 tenets of belonging: psychological safety, empathy, acceptance, connection, and embracing.
5 Tenets of Belonging with Anthony Thomas, CAA – San Francisco Univ. High School (CA)
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