It’s that time of year! Across the country, students are heading back to school (and parents are rejoicing!). Students are ready to kick off the school year with new backpacks, supplies, and books in tow. The long days of summer might be winding down, but there’s no denying a certain refreshing energy in the air this time of year.
Students are excited to learn and ready to take on new challenges and experience new things. It’s nice to get back into a routine after a rewarding summer of block parties and vacations.
The beginning of the school year always reminds me of the start of the New Year. There’s this renewed feeling that anything is possible if you put your mind to it – especially regarding personal and professional growth.
Throughout the workday, we get pulled in a dozen different directions. We intend to invest in our professional development, but unavoidable commitments and deadlines get in the way. Something is inspiring about watching students of all ages – from first-time kindergarteners to last-year graduate students – get ready for the new school year.
So, as professional learners, why not take this opportunity to set new goals, explore new areas of interest, and grow your careers?
It could be something as grandiose as heading back to graduate school or as small (but mighty) as committing 10 minutes a week to learn something new. The most important thing is never to stop learning.
How do you plan to learn something new this school year?
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