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In this episode, Denise and I will talk with Alexis Collier, a senior college student at the University of Texas - Arlington. She’s studying finance and economics, hoping to be a financial analyst after her graduation. Today, she will join us to discuss how we can build trust between students and teachers. We will also know her thoughts about the qualities that make a teacher standout, the ways a school can be trustworthy in the eyes of students, and the pillars that Alexis envisions in her ideal school. [00:01 – 01:32] Opening SegmentWe introduce and welcome our guest, Alexis Collier[01:33 – 07:29] The Flip-5 SegmentWe exchange five GTKY questionsJoin our Educator Circle Calls! Link below[07:30 – 12:37] Who is Alexis Collier? Alexis’ call-to-action to hear the students’ voicesHer thoughts about teachers who standout[12:38 – 20:14] Give Teachers a ChanceWhy we should reach out to teachersWe talk about “teacher power”Looking at students as human beings[20:15 – 29:59] 4 Ways a School Can Empower its Students4 ways a school can promote student empowerment3 strategies to build trust within schoolsWhat’s Alexis doing right now? [30:00 – 39:40] Spark ConnectionsThe butterfly effects of sparking a connectionBe a “bridge-builder”Alexis’ message for educatorsAlexis’ biggest inspiration[39:41 – 41:01] Closing SegmentAlexis’ closing messageConnect with Alexis. Links belowFinal thoughts from meTweetable Quotes:“My message to educators is...no matter how hard it gets or how hard it feels, there are people who count on you because you are their inspiration, you are their teacher...” – Alexis Collier“The race is not the same for all of us. You’re most likely doing better than you think you are.” – Alexis Collier Resources Mentioned:Episode 1: Joe Beckman | Reclaiming Human Connection Email Alexis at [email protected] or connect with her on Facebook and LinkedIn. Visit www.Rclfirst.com to join the Educator Circle Calls that happen three times a week! Want a FREE download of 25 GTKY questions? Visit www.rclfirst.com and sign up for our newsletter!