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My students are the future leaders of the world. My ESL classroom is in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood, with many students travelling from outside communities to attend. Making our classroom a diverse and powerful learning community. Each day, my students take turns leading in morning meeting, calendar, number talks, and transitions. I love watching each student discover their voice and take charge of our classroom's learning success. Observing how positive and engaged students are in their learning leaders, makes for a valuable opportunity to expand their interests and learning circles. My students love hands on learning that challenges their critical thinking skills and allows them to be a member of a team. I want to continue to foster their partnerships by ensuring that each student has the resources and materials they need to keep curiosity alive. I am lucky to be a part of my student's learning journey.

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My students are the future leaders of the world. My ESL classroom is in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood, with many students travelling from outside communities to attend. Making our classroom a diverse and powerful learning community. Each day, my students take turns leading in morning meeting, calendar, number talks, and transitions. I love watching each student discover their voice and take charge of our classroom's learning success. Observing how positive and engaged students are in their learning leaders, makes for a valuable opportunity to expand their interests and learning circles. My students love hands on learning that challenges their critical thinking skills and allows them to be a member of a team. I want to continue to foster their partnerships by ensuring that each student has the resources and materials they need to keep curiosity alive. I am lucky to be a part of my student's learning journey.

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