Mrs. Brake's story seems pretty interesting- how she ended up in technology, and especially educational technology for that matter. She certainly demonstrates the passion she has for getting technology into the classroom; I think that's so important, and I think it helps her influence the teachers at Grace in the same way.
Thinking of myself as a teacher at her school, I think I would definitely feel encouraged by her to try new things, and supported by her if I had my own ideas or wanted to go out on a limb. She's a technology coordinator who all teachers should have on their team and take advantage of the opportunity if they do. Thinking of myself actually in her position......I definitely don't think I could do that job very well. She's got a vision and a way of pursuing that vision that I just recognize in myself. Again, her passion begins at the level of technology alone- where she and I will never see eye to eye. However, her natural leadership in that position does lend some wisdom for any other type of leadership. So even if I'm not leading technology coordination in my school one day, I'll consider that necessary drive and conviction, not to mention patience for helping peers push themselves professionally.
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