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Classroom Conversations: Ms. Felbaum and Samuel

In part three of a series featuring network-voted award-winning staff, The Huddle sits down with Ms. Felbaum, the Main St. teacher voted Most Dedicated Bulldog, and her sixth-grade student Samuel in the campus library.

Read the duo's conversation on the transition to middle school, what teachers do over the summer, and much more.

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Classroom Conversations: Ms. Agyekum and Ms. McRoberts

In part two of a series featuring network-voted award-winning staff, The Huddle sits down with United's very own Dynamic Duo over at 17th St. 

Both now in their second years as Polar Bears, long-time educators Dymonica Agyekum and Sara McRoberts invited us into the Culture Office for a glimpse into their effective, joyful, and growth-oriented partnership as Deans of Students.

Read Ms. Agyekum and Ms. McRoberts discuss nostalgic childhood teaching aspirations, their organic balancing act, and preparing their students for success in elementary school and beyond.

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Classroom Conversations: Ms. Jenkins and Mr. McQuaid

This summer, Shea Jenkins won the "Rookie of the Year" award for her dedication to teaching math at our Dana Ave. campus. Zach McQuaid, an experienced educator of seven years, is ready for the challenges of the upcoming school year. Both teachers are eager to make a positive impact on their students this school year.

Read Mr. McQuaid and Ms. Jenkins reflect on their memories of previous school years, discuss their goals for this new one, and share the strategies they use to be mindful inside and outside the classroom.

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Classroom Conversations: Kathryn Anstaett and Ciana Lawhead

To Dana Ave. alumna and current Alumni Services Associate Ciana Lawhead, our United Schools President and Chief Schools Officer Kathryn Anstaett has played multiple roles: a teacher, then a school director, and now a colleague. The pair sat down with The Huddle to discuss their 12-year relationship, from the beginning of the Dana Ave. middle school campus to the future they're now helping build together in their current roles.

Click below to read Kathryn and Ciana's impactful conversation about memories, our culture of community, and their vision for the future.

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