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Art of Creating Awe

"When we're sort of infused with   either enthusiasm or awe or fondness or whatever,   it changes and alters our perception of things.   It changes what we see. It changes what we remember."  - Rob Legato, movie effects creator  from his Ted Talk " The Art of Creating Awe " Being introduced to the School Board Last week I started a new job. No longer in Educational or Information Technology, I am now the Executive Director of Innovation and Design for a K-6 school district. Leaving my former position, and district, was not a decision that I took lightly. And yet, it was an easy decision to make. Why? Because this new district is in pursuit of awe... of wow... of creating wonder and joy for students. It was evident in their five year plan published on their website. It was evident in the weekly videos produced showcasing students engaged in learning. It was evident in the questions they asked me during the interview process. It was evident in every co...