Released November 4, 2025
In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis joined by Dr. Deonna Smith, a former teacher, school leader, and now a nationally recognized educational justice advocate. She’s also the author of Rooted in Joy: Creating a Classroom Community of Equity, Belonging, and Care—a powerful and practical guide to building classroom culture from a place of humanity and hope. Deonna shares strategies for school leaders when establishing collaborative cultures where joy is abundant.
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