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Constitutional right to a speedy trial within 120 days of the official criminal chargers being filed.

“Traditional American policing” versus community policing, where do you stand?

Captivating, yet disturbing.

“We shall never have equal rights until we take them, nor respect until we command it.” Belva Ann Lockwood, first woman admitted to practice law before the Supreme Court who ran for POTUS in 1884 and 1888 as a member of the National Equal Rights Party.

A gem of hidden history highlighting powerful stories of women “who shaped America” from Revolutionary times until today. I like the style of writing, and look forward to reading more….

The book is heavy, and my mind is filled with questions. Like is Harpo Reverend Al Sharpton or Reverend Jessie Jackson? Is the CPD really like what the book depicts?

“He’s alive!”

The writing is so good, it keeps me captivated! Although fictional, I see the need for police body cameras….

Challenges the notion of a growth mindset. Charge educators to focus on students interest, passions, and strengths instead of deficits and achievement gap. “In the new world where smart technology has replaced and will continue to replace humans in routine tasks. We need human beings to be unique, creative, and entrepreneurial.”

Interesting. AI (The Illum) meets University (The Academy) in a post WWIII apocalypse world divided by perfect (elite) beings to major defect beings with only women being able to climb the social-political ladder through the ability of procreation.

I am so happy for Malcolm and Vivian! From Nigerian food to passionate romance, they made everlasting memories. I can’t wait to see what happens next.

Is he really into me? Should I extend my holiday? I love this for Vivian.

Romance is in the air.

One of the realest books about relationships,
Stigma, and second chances.

Intense chemistry between Malcolm and Vivian.

I am intrigued at the English culture and romance of Vivian (Ms. Forest) and Malcolm (Mr. Hudson).

Dr. Bright has a way with words. I am looking forward to learning more about “Brighter Levels To A Brighter Future.”

Impactful! From active to experienced learner, David Novak tells readers how to “Master the habits of the world’s most successful people.” I highly recommend this book for individuals seeking to build their leadership abilities and influence as coaches, executives, managers, mentors and teachers.

As a collaborator of the book, it is important to state my bias, I absolutely love this book! Reading Chapters 1-7 allowed me to feel connected to other like-minded educators. The advice it gives to parents, teachers, administrators and the community-at-large is spot on. From “do’s and don’ts” to developing an educational mindset, the book tackles challenges facing 10th grade students.

For parents, teachers and community stakeholders interested in developing the whole child, this book is for you. I especially like Chapter 4 “Inclusion and Belonging.” It reminds readers that every child is different and possess unique talents ready for educators to bring to life.

Indeed, “the good life is a complicated life.” It unfolds over time. Even when life is good, there are challenges. What sustains the good life, healthy relationships. Thus far, this is a good read.

I am intrigued this far. One of my first questions to author Teru Clavel are the education systems in China and Japan comparable to the United States? Thinking about public versus private, student demographics, education funding, governmental policy, and teacher accountability.

Chapter 9 covers school safety post Columbine (Columbine, Colorado), Sandy Hook Elementary (Newtown, Connecticut), Marjory Stoneman Douglas High (Parkland, Florida), and Robb Elementary (Uvalde, Texas) and educator accountability for school [classroom] safety.

Chapter 6 is alarming. School culture is everything! When one staff member is affected the entire school dynamics is impacted. Although the author did not refer to this as a toxic work place, bullying teacher to teacher and/or administrator to teacher is unacceptable. The author explains different scenarios. One is giving the “inner circle” smaller classes and high performing students.

Can an abusive parent really love their children? Who’s job is it to protect you when there is no safe place? These past pages are heavy. The silver lining, a new house, a mother’s love, and the Dallas Cowboys.

This is my second “Good Reads” by author Dan Blanchard. “A Fighting Chance: A 40-Year Journey from My Birth Until My Brother’s Death,” is a narrative about the author’s journey in life. His family faced several adversities (trauma) in which the book navigates through a child’s lens. What is most impactful thus far, is understanding how childhood trauma impacts a child’s ability to learn and feel safe.

“Day of judgement”, college bound or another statistic, only time will tell…

The church has and possibly will be at the heart of the community. It builds characteristics of a good person. From Chapter 6, “The Pastor is Human” reminds me of a question I ponder as a child but was too afraid to ask. If God loves everyone, why are some people not welcomed to worship in the house of the lord? The author noted, our political views and social views are tied to what was preached from the pulpit.