Reclaiming Our Calling: Hold on to the Heart, Mind, and Hope of Education

In Pursuit of Learning That Lasts . .

This genre-busting book captures the heart, mind, and hope of education like no other. Through a series of interwoven stories, award-winning educator and principal Brad Gustafson reminds us of what we've known all along: Children are more than numbers, and we are called to teach and reach them accordingly.

Reclaiming Our Calling will empower you to . . .

Talk about learning that lasts in tangible terms

Teach on behalf of the whole learner by tapping into their strengths

Take steps toward meaningful change regardless of your role

Understand and lead with the 4 Passions of the Profession and invite others to do the same

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" . . . an inspiring call to action."--John R. Ryan, president and CEO, Center for Creative Leadership

" . . . powerful classroom stories, reflective-thinking opportunities, and practical strategies."--Donalyn Miller, author and literacy advocate

" . . . a great resource for teachers to get back to the core of great teaching and learning."--Josh Stumpenhorst, teacher, librarian, author, and speaker

"Reclaiming Our Calling is a gift to all educators."--Jessica Cabeen, author, speaker, and nationally distinguished principal

" . . . it's a message many educators badly need right now."--Peter DeWitt, EdD, author/consultant, Finding Common Ground blog (Education Week)

" . . . a physical manifestation of the heart and soul of education."--Dr. Tony Sinanis, educator, author, and speaker

" . . . a rallying cry for all educators . . . and policy makers should take notice."--Gov. Bob Wise, president of the Alliance for Excellent Education and former governor of West Virginia