Tag Archives: social justice

Quotes That Resonate, Volume 6

Posted on March 3, 2017 by Amy's Reflections

When I read, I often pause to make note of certain quotes that really resonate with me. Over time, I like to look back at the quotes and reflect on why they stood out to me. Here the quotes that … Continue reading →

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How I’m Taking Action

Posted on November 13, 2016 by Amy's Reflections

This has been a rough week. I’ve experienced a range of emotions, from hope to sadness to anger to sickness to fear to confusion to helplessness. And I’m a straight, white middle class woman of privilege. I cannot even begin … Continue reading →

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Research Reflections

Posted on April 21, 2015 by Amy's Reflections

Last week I had the honor of attending the University Council for Educational Administration (UCEA)’s David L. Clark Seminar. I was nominated by my professor to represent San Diego State University, and I was one of 42 participants selected from … Continue reading →

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The Doctoral Journey Round-Up

Posted on February 20, 2015 by Amy's Reflections

As I approach the end of my doctoral journey, I decided to round-up all of the posts I wrote throughout the process. The countdown clock to my graduation is now under 90 days- I remember when it was over 900! … Continue reading →

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Educational Hot Topics

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Amy's Reflections

During one of my recent classes we had an opportunity to hear from a lawyer who specializes in educational law, representing many California school districts. He shared his thoughts on some of educational hot topics related to the law and … Continue reading →

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Are you strong enough?

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Amy's Reflections

Recently I had an amazing opportunity to hear Dr. Terrence Roberts speak. Dr. Roberts was one of the original Little Rock Nine- the 9 Black students who entered Central HS in Little Rock with National Guard escorts for protection during the mandatory desegregation. … Continue reading →

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Blogiversary

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Amy's Reflections

My blog turns two this month! Feel free to click back here to read my reflections after one year of blogging. I continue to be amazed by where this journey has taken me over the last two years. Since I … Continue reading →

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[Mentor Text Monday] What Should Be

Posted on June 16, 2014 by Amy's Reflections

I recently began to listen to an audiobook during my work commute- A Crooked Kind of Perfect by Linda Urban. From the first chapter I was thinking about the writing as a possible mentor text (which was especially hard considering I … Continue reading →

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Things I’m Loving Friday, Volume 6

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Amy's Reflections

I love writing these posts because they force me to stop and think about what is making me happy as a learner and a leader. Similar to the idea of a happy file, I find these lists remind me of … Continue reading →

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[Abecedary of Reflection] Unwritten & Unspoken

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Amy's Reflections

U: Unwritten & Unspoken One of the ideas I have been reflecting on are the rules and norms in our communities that are unwritten or unspoken. Whenever you accept a new job, building relationships and learning the culture of your … Continue reading →

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