My Journey to a Grace-Filled Classroom | Laurie Roberts | TEDxWarm Springs Ave Youth

Laurie Roberts shares her transformative approach to education. As the English Department Chair at Timberline High School, Laurie's passion extends beyond traditional teaching; she infuses her classroom with storytelling, a love for geography, and a commitment to running and singing, mirroring her diverse interests. Starting every school year with the promise "I'm on your side," Laurie sets a tone of safety and belonging, essential for cultivating a safe and positive learning environment. Through personal anecdotes and reflective insights into daily teaching moments, Laurie illustrates the profound impact of empathy, understanding, and grace in education. Her talk emphasizes the importance of seeing students not just as learners, but as individuals with unique stories and challenges. Laurie's narrative is a call to educators to foster an inclusive learning environment that empowers youth through kindness and patience, building a stronger community for all. Laurie Roberts is a lifelong Idahoan who has been teaching high school English in Idaho for 36 years. After starting her teaching career in her hometown, Kellogg, Idaho, Laurie moved to Boise, where she began her current teaching assignment at Timberline High School. In addition to teaching, Laurie loves storytelling, running, singing, and geography. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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