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Fostering Happiness and Real-World Skills in Every Student
Episode 31522nd November 2024 • Engaging Leadership • CT Leong, Dr. Jim Kanichirayil
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Join CT and Dr. David Miyashiro as they explore groundbreaking education strategies to nurture happy kids and healthy relationships. Discover how Dr. David Miyashiro, Superintendent of Cajon Valley Union School District, is transforming K-12 education with a focus on student happiness, real-world readiness, and community engagement. Learn about innovative programs like the "World of Work" curriculum and student TED Talks, which prepare students for careers and life with practical skills and confidence.

Key Takeaways:

Innovative programs like the World of Work curriculum and student TED Talks foster career readiness and essential communication skills from an early age.

Collaboration with local industries bridges education and employment, ensuring students are equipped for real-world success.

Prioritizing student happiness and emotional well-being creates a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Embracing diversity and challenging outdated models helps align education with modern community needs.

A holistic approach to education prepares students not only to excel academically but also to thrive personally and professionally.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:53 School Diversity

02:22 Educational Vision

04:04 Impact of Industrial Revolution

05:19 Stigmatizing Careers

06:14 Skills and Curriculum

08:35 Learning from Others

13:02 Increasing Enrollment

18:32 Personal Leadership Journey

27:32 Paid Apprenticeships Goal

32:52 Encouraging Leadership

Connect with Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk

Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung

Connect with Dr. David Miyashiro: linkedin.com/in/davidmiyashiro

Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda



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