Building Equitable Futures: The Role of EJACE in Character Education - Part 1

30/08/2024 25 min Temporada 2 Episodio 1
Building Equitable Futures: The Role of EJACE in Character Education - Part 1

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Join us for an insightful episode of the Character Plus podcast, where we explore the significant impact of the Equity and Justice Academy in Character Education (EJACE) on schools. Hosted by Mike Park, CEO of Character Plus, this episode highlights how EJACE is helping schools create cultures that prioritize respect, dignity, and positive character traits for every student, teacher, parent, and staff member.This episode features discussions with education leaders who are at the forefront of EJACE: Dr. Grace Lee, Director of the Equity and Justice Academy in Character Education; Dr. Jeremy Mapp, Co-Director of EJACE and Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Kirkwood School District; and Michael Barolak, Director of Counseling Academy in Character Education (CASE) and an EJACE expert. Together, they share how the academy is fostering academic success, strengthening connections within school communities, and promoting a positive environment through a focus on equity and justice.Learn more at:www.characterplus.orgHost:Mike Park CEO of CharacterPlusGuests: Dr. Grace Lee Dr. Jeremy Mapp Michael Barolak  Credits: Executive Producer & Content Strategist: William "Chip" SchaferProducer / Audio Editor: David AlexanderIntroduction Audio Voice Actress: Kristen PelsterIntroduction Audio Voice Actor: David Alexander

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