The Unsung Heroes Series culminates with Dr. Amy Swick, English Learning/Bilingual Coordinator in the Appleton (Wisconsin) Schools. Amy's journey begins in Wisconsin, where her roots are, then goes to Reno, and finally returns to Wisconsin. All along, Dr. Swick has been an advocate for cultural responsiveness regardless of her location, with a particular focus and expertise on second language learning. There is a certain charm that comes with Amy's journey, as you will see when she discusses the two rings of culture that resonate for her. Most importantly, Dr. Swick shows us all that you can get your equity fight on, regardless of your positionality, if you have the courage and the savviness to do so. Dr. Hollie's "two cents" is an emphatic push to put the focus on the students as the new school year begins. Despite all the distractions, including the Delta variant surge and new mask mandates, we have to show up for them and Dr. Hollie reminds us of that. Be inspired.
Learn more about CLR and Dr. Hollie at www.culturallyresponsive.org and Twitter @validateaffirm