People sometimes ask how a kid from St. Joseph, Missouri ended up working in Hollywood, studying in Mexico, traveling around the world, winning speech competitions, writing books, and spending a lifetime telling stories. For years, I assumed the answer was curiosity, hard work, luck, or simply saying yes whenever adventure knocked. Looking back, I think … Continue reading Who Helped Write The First Act Of Your Life?
Education Systems
The Strategic Importance of Strong Public Schools
A Systems, Economic, and Community Impact Report Focus: St. Joseph, Missouri (Applicable to Similar U.S. Communities) Executive Summary Strong public schools are not merely one educational option among many; they are foundational civic infrastructure. They uniquely serve the full spectrum of students, anchor workforce development, stabilize housing markets, foster social cohesion, and provide the transparency necessary for … Continue reading The Strategic Importance of Strong Public Schools
“The Real Flex”
What St. Joseph, Missouri Schools Are Getting Right… and What’s Missing” There’s a quote from Missouri’s Teacher of the Year that stopped me in my tracks: “My most meaningful accomplishment isn’t tied to a program I created or a lesson I delivered; it’s found in the former students who return to say I helped them … Continue reading “The Real Flex”
Robert K Maxfield 