Thank you to all of our teachers in St. Paul Public Schools. Your tireless effort to support our students during this pandemic has been amazing to see. All should be proud of this important profession of teaching. Saint Paul Public Schools

Chair Marny Xiong was a strong, thoughtful, compassionate and wise leader committed to supporting our students in St. Paul Piblic Schools. She will be missed but our district will continue her fight to remove barriers within our educational system. Saint Paul Public Schools

I needed to take a little walk this morning to calm my thoughts and concerns during this difficult and stressful time. Remember self-care is more important than ever right now. Don't forget about your mental health as we continue to fight for justice.

Started the day welcoming all district leaders in our virtual Administrators Academy. It feels great to connect with leaders committed to our students and staff as we prepare for the school year. Also...first time I've worn a tie in 5 months! #rigorWoW #adminacademy Saint Paul Public Schools

I have great colleagues at Saint Paul Public Schools. As my wife and I await the arrival of Baby Baker, a few of my colleagues, including my boss, stopped by and provided baby gifts as they socially distanced themselves. I am grateful for the team. Thanks Joe Gothard and Kate Wilcox-Harris

Don't forget to VOTE! I explained to Christian the importance of voting and how many of his ancestors died to give us this right. He might not comprehend this weight of voting now...but I'm starting teach this early, lol!

Cain has graduated and is headed to college!! It's hard to believe we've been connected for seven years. I'm so proud of him. He finished this crazy covid school year strong!! He has been a great little brother! #BigBrothersBigSisters Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

Today, I had the opportunity to talk about vaccinations, masks and our students at a press conference with the Minnesota Commissioners of Education and Health, along with a pediatrician at one of our schools. This delta variant is no joke.

I am excited to join McKnight Foundation and looking forward to working with Tonya Allen and the amazing team!

I'm going to miss my leadership team at Saint Paul Public Schools! They surprised me by coordinating Florida Gator colors for my farewell dinner! #GoGators

Today marked my last day at SPPS. I've had time to reflect over the last week on my time in the school district and I must say that 'm grateful for the opportunity and wish my colleagues a great end to the school year...moving forward on my journey! Saint Paul Public Schools

It's time to make Minnesota a state where #GeorgeFloyd could have thrived, and make our country a place where our children and people of color are safe at school, in grocery stores, their neighborhoods and homes.

It was great to witness the official unveiling of the Prince mural in downtown Minneapolis. Hiero Viega such a talented artist!

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I'm excited about this position. A great team doing influential work!

I had a great time at my first Minnesota United game...the Loons won!

A GREAT CONCERT!! Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music, Tamela Mann. The Kingdom Tour!

The Minnesota State Fair was hot today...but great!

As we start a new school year, I want to thank all of the educators and administrators who are spending time thinking about our children's education here in the Twin Cities...it can be thankless, but I'm grateful for your dedication! Saint Paul Public Schools Minneapolis Public Schools

We are excited to have john a. powell, Director of the Othering & Belonging Institute at UC Berkley and esteemed Professor of Law, African American studies, and Ethnic Studies, join us as an advisory panelist for our Communities Program. Learn more: mcknight.org/news-ideas/str…