Todd Dickson, co-founder of Valor Collegiate Academies, shares his journey in education, emphasizing the importance of emotional support, understanding each student's needs, and the balance between academic rigor and social-emotional learning.
Todd Dickson, co-founder of Valor Collegiate Academies, joins Chris Stewart to talk about his schools' balance between academic rigor and social-emotional learning. He discusses the influence of parenting styles on education, the necessity of restorative justice, and the challenges of alternative education solutions. Todd advocates for 'Diverse by Design' schools that foster inclusivity and critical thinking, while also highlighting the importance of teacher development and the legacy of unconditional love in parenting.