“The need to focus on Equity and SEL, regardless of social climate is PARAMOUNT.” – Dr. Pauletta ThompsonDr. Pauletta Thompson has been a real superstar in her district, despite their struggles with budget. She has emphasized the need to help her students to continue to progress in their education, implementing strategies and processes to ensure that nobody is left behind. She has also helped them deal with Equity by developing Equity Champions. She emphasizes the importance of every single student getting the support that they need no matter how marginalized they are.