4/11 National Education and Sharing Day, honors that education goes beyond obtaining a degree to shape a certain career; it cultivates the spirit and develops the character through the collaborative efforts of mentors, educators, family members, scholarship programs, and community leaders. The Rebbe was a spiritual leader who was an advocate for education beyond academics, and he went to great lengths to bring about character building and moral virtues in young minds. He believed that every child was owed an education. The Rebbe is recognized for his exceptional efforts and a unique approach to the betterment of the society — as he so rightly spelled out in his goals, “To put greater emphasis on the promotion of fundamental human rights and obligations of justice and morality, which are the basis of any human society, if it is to be truly human and not turn into a jungle.” I don’t know if Hana knew about this but it is definitely what she believes. Hana believes every child should have a safe place to learn. She worked hard to change the systemic issues that created unsafe spaces in schools. Hana understood that children benefit from being valued for who they are and who they can become. She worked towards a world where there is social justice and equity. She knew she could change the world as she was a leader, mentor, educator, counselor, community activist, advocate, and ally. She longed for collaboration in the schools to accomplish these things. Her classroom was set up for all to feel welcome and accepted. She had a mirror with positive affirmations, ways people could identify their feelings, and so many ways to show all were wanted and that it was a safe place to be who they are. Hana, I wish you were still here with me and that the world was a kinder equitable place. I love you and your passion for social justice and equity. I miss you Hana.
4/11 National Education and Sharing Day, honors that education goes beyond obtaining a degree to shape a certain career; it cultivates the spirit and develops the character through the collaborative efforts of mentors, educators, family members, scholarship programs, and community leaders. The Rebbe was a spiritual leader who was an advocate for education beyond academics, and he went to great lengths to bring about character building and moral virtues in young minds. He believed that every child was owed an education. The Rebbe is recognized for his exceptional efforts and a unique approach to the betterment of the society — as he so rightly spelled out in his goals, “To put greater emphasis on the promotion of fundamental human rights and obligations of justice and morality, which are the basis of any human society, if it is to be truly human and not turn into a jungle.” I don’t know if Hana knew about this but it is definitely what she believes. Hana believes every child should have a safe place to learn. She worked hard to change the systemic issues that created unsafe spaces in schools. Hana understood that children benefit from being valued for who they are and who they can become. She worked towards a world where there is social justice and equity. She knew she could change the world as she was a leader, mentor, educator, counselor, community activist, advocate, and ally. She longed for collaboration in the schools to accomplish these things. Her classroom was set up for all to feel welcome and accepted. She had a mirror with positive affirmations, ways people could identify their feelings, and so many ways to show all were wanted and that it was a safe place to be who they are. Hana, I wish you were still here with me and that the world was a kinder equitable place. I love you and your passion for social justice and equity. I miss you Hana.
