When those we talk with hear what we are saying, when we think together with others about important topics, and when we feel affirmed by those with whom we talk, we usually feel energized. At their best, conversations help us better understand what matters, what we need to do, and why we are the right person for doing what needs to be done—and that usually means we are more enthusiastic about taking on whatever challenge life brings us.

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A challenge for me... is finding quality placements where candidates can see deeper learning in action. That’s one of the dilemmas with growing the residency program. Where do you find good practices where our candidates can observe and do, and if not, where can you find places where teachers can explore what they learned here and start to change practice? That was one of the goals of the residency model—to impact schools.

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