Reflections on Kindness, Connections and Lifelong Learning: Empowering Emerging Educators

Babb, Michael

ISBN 10: 103830461X / ISBN 13: 9781038304612

Published by FriesenPress, 2024

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Reflections on Kindness, Connections and Lifelong Learning: Empowering Emerging Educators
• Publisher: FriesenPress
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 103830461X
• ISBN 13: 9781038304612
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis

In Reflections on Kindness, Connections, and Lifelong Learning: Empowering Emerging Educators, retired Phys. Ed. and Biology teacher, Vice-principal, Principal, and Coach Michael Babb draws upon a wealth of experience and wisdom gleaned over almost four decades of working with students. At the heart of his holistic approach to education is his belief that kindness, compassion, and really listening to kids are key to finding joy in teaching and helping students become their best selves. Through chapters such as "Acknowledge Growth and Improvement," "A Student Success Program Built on Relationships," "Be Yourself," and "Heart + Mind + Effort = Success," he shares his knowledge, his philosophy, and his love of teaching and coaching. This book will be an invaluable resource for educators at all stages of their career, particularly education students and those embarking on a teaching career.

About the Author

The author has received numerous accolades and honours for his work as an educator and coach. In 2021 he was named Outstanding School Leader by Manitoba's Excellence in Education Awards for his "leadership style and professional dedication that is centred on the dignity, value and potential of every student and staff member." Commemorating Manitoba's 150th anniversary he was awarded the Honour 150 in 2020 for outstanding contributions to the well-being of his community. He received the Manitoba Band Associations Outstanding Administrator Award in 2020, was inducted into the Manitoba High School Athletic Association's Hall of Fame in 2019 and received the Manitoba Reading Association's Crocus Award for Literacy in 2015.

Michael Babb lives in Manitoba with his wife of 43 years, Cathy. He enjoys coaching and watching his two adult children, David and Kelly, pursue their dreams. He also enjoys time with his grandchildren as they grow and learn about this world.