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The Importance of Mission

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I have some strong convictions and some not-so-strong convictions. I believe my job is to create a classroom that is equitable, rigorous, and relevant. I believe relationships are foundational to learning. I believe the question, ' What thinking work am I asking students to engage in?'  is one of the most important questions I can ask. I believe technology is simply a tool. And I believe having a clear mission is crucial. My mission is clear - students will learn to read critically , write consciously , speak clearly and tell their truth  - thank you, Clint Smith .   As our district looks at ways to authentically integrate technology into our classrooms, I was struck by Drew Perkins article,  15 Questions to Ask About Your Tech Integration . In it, he asks an important question:  How does this tech align with my school, and class mission and vision?   This question caused me to pause and consider my mission in lieu of technology. Here a...