Week 1 Leadership Project: Role Model

Leadership is defined according to dictionary.com as the position or function of a leader, a person who guides or directs a group. When someone with leadership abilities exuberate qualities that one can lead with guidance and direction then they are able to judge what is best for the group.

Thinking about this definition, I tried to reflect on people or organizations I see that fulfill some of these qualities that lead for the benefit of its people.

Jackie and I

Someone that I do think really encompasses these qualities is my mentor teacher Jackie Hidalgo, who has shown me what a quality teacher really is. Not only does she go above and beyond her duty as a teacher but also is willing to help any person in need. She offers advice and tips that really make a difference in the classroom. She is able to reach students in such a way that it is truly a work of art. I hope that I can one day be as exuberant of a teacher as she is.

Edutopia is organization that I think puts the public and education at the heart of its message. Edutopia provides the educational community with guidance and methods for use in the classroom while sharing what seems to be working in a field that has gotten away from just that.

Change.org is another organization that empowers anyone to create real change within the community and their country. Change.org allows people to fight for issues they care about and bring about real social change. This website gives a platform to make a difference for the better of people and their environment.