Dr. Richard D. Sorenson once again presents a timely read regarding the importance and need for effectively addressing mental health and well-being for students, teachers, and administrators. Using the lenses of equity, equality, and empathy as connective tools, Sorenson explores the importance of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and well-being as connective tools and constructs.
— Angus S. Mungal PhD, assistant professor, leadership and counselor education, school of education, The University of Mississippi
During these times of uncertainty, Dr. Sorenson provides seven actions that principals can use to create a school that appreciates and values social emotional learning. Equity, Equality, and Empathy: What Principals Can Do for the Well-Being of the Learning Community guides school leaders in creating a welcoming, equitable, and empathetic school environment.
— Teresa Cortez, assistant professor of practice, department of educational leadership and foundations, college of education, The University of Texas at El Paso
Equity, Equality, and Empathy: What Principals Can Do for the Well-Being of the Learning Community is a must-read for current and aspiring school leaders. Readers will be able to connect to examples and use strategies to establish a culture of well-being within their learning communities.
— Daniella Monsivais, instructional coach elementary Elar/SS, Ysleta Independent School District, El Paso, Texas
Principals are grappling with weighty issues that necessitate an understanding of equality vs. equity and sympathy vs. empathy. Dr. Sorenson addresses these concepts for school leaders from the perspective of a seasoned practitioner. Equity, Equality, and Empathy: What Principals Can Do for the Well-Being of the Learning Community is a timely book for campus leaders.
— Penelope Espinoza, associate professor, doctoral program director, The University of Texas at El Paso