On today's podcast, we are joined by Bentley Harris and Janine Couch, both Academic Deans for the Lower School and Middle School, respectively. Over the last few years, Maclay School has been intently focused on fulfilling its mission to develop inherent ability in EACH of our students. This requires a 'human system' that ensures no cracks for students to slip through, and the camouflage common in schools is combated at every level. It is easy for schools to allow "good kids" (by the way, those are all of our students) to move through the educational system and because they don't make waves, and they are not noticed by the inattentive educator. They simply mark time and make it to graduation - fitting in, but never really belonging and getting the most of their Maclay experience. At Maclay, we want to make sure we have people and systems in place to ensure each of our students is noticed, supported, challenged, and directed to find success as they define it.
Mrs. Harris and Mrs. Couch have hearts for all of our students and do an amazing job working a growth mindset into our culture and ensuring a positive feedback loop, so partnerships are possible...and ultimately, our students thrive because of it. You will clearly hear how these two educators and professionals make an impact on our Maclay community and EACH student.
Guests: Bentley Harris & Janine Couch
Hosted by: James Milford
Thanks to David Low and Aaron Seiler for show music - Acoustic Guitar and Violin, the Maclay School Alma Mater
Production and Editing by David Low and James Milford
