She Moved Her Chair—and Our School Turned Kindness Into Controversy

lesson plan.

He introduced “The Check-In.”

Every morning, before the math books open, the students have ten minutes. They don’t have to talk about the lesson. They don’t have to look at a screen. They are encouraged to look at each other.

If someone is quiet, a neighbor is allowed—encouraged—to just sit with them.

No phones. No talking required. Just presence.continue reading …