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Inspiring Life-Long Learners, Big and Small

9/8/2015

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Learning isn’t just for the little ones at The Wilson School. Wilson’s faculty and trustees jumped right into their own learning this academic year with a special evening session on the first night of school with Professor Edward Hess, author of “Learn or Die: Using Science to Build a Leading-Edge Learning Organization.”

In his presentation entitled “Educating for the Smart Machine Age,” Professor Hess gave a glimpse of the organization of the future, what needs it will fill through machines and what skills will be required for humans. As one could imagine, he described the transformational stronghold technology will have (and already has in some cases) on replacing certain job functions. However, at the heart of his talk he underscored that humans will always “win” when it comes to creativity, innovative and critical thinking and emotional and social intelligence.

So what does this future mean for educators of young children today?  For the Wilson community, it was a good reinforcement that our school mission, to prepare students for success in an ever-changing world, is right on point. Further, it validated that the work that our educators do to continually balance and blend classic, fundamental academics with innovative approaches has never been more important.

Another key takeaway from Professor Hess’ presentation was the idea that a true learning culture is one that embraces humility. As he states, in the world of the future, people won’t be defined by how much they know, but by whether they use good thinking, listening and collaborating processes. He suggested that as a school, our “output” is life-long learners, who are characterized by traits such as curiosity, courage, an entrepreneurial mindset and adaptability.

With the introduction of more integrated, project-based learning in Wilson’s curriculum over the last few years, and even the launch of Wilson’s Think Camp this summer, it is encouraging to see and hear from this renowned expert that the school is headed in the right direction. Inspired by his words, Wilson’s faculty and trustees look forward to incorporating these ideas further into the life of the school and our community.

More About Ed Hess
Ed Hess is Professor of Business Administration & Batten Executive-in-Residence at the Darden Graduate School of Business, University of Virginia. Professor Hess is the author of 11 books, 75 articles and over 60 Darden cases dealing with growth, innovation and learning cultures, systems and processes.

His most recent book, "Learn or Die: Using Science to Build a Leading-Edge Learning Organization," (Columbia Business School Publishing, September 2014) has been an Amazon best seller and was awarded the Well Fargo Award for Research Excellence.


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Just Announced! Author, Gail Reichlin, is Coming to Wilson this Fall!

7/18/2015

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Join us at Wilson on October 22 at 7:00 p.m. for a fun and informative session entitled, "Love and Limits, Positive Discipline Strategies that Work!" from the author of "The Pocket Parent," Gail Reichlin. 

Gail Reichlin will guide parents in examining discipline options for changing their words and actions first in order to get a positive change in the child’s behavior.  

RSVP to reserve your seat today!

Download a printable flier below.  To learn more about The Wilson School Speaker Series, click here.

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Author, Gail Reichlin, is a dynamic, internationally respected keynote speaker for both parents and teachers. She is well-known for her wit and wisdom relating to effective discipline and communication with young children. 

A 45-year veteran preschool teacher, parent/teacher educator and school consultant as well as the founding executive director of The Parents Resource Network in Chicago , Gail has been providing education and support since 1984. Her popular A-Z guidebook, “The Pocket Parent,” has sold over 200,000 copies in the USA with translations in 17 foreign languages.
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