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Lauren Barrett

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Latest Posts From Lauren

It's Time We Stop Labeling Schools as "Good" or "Bad" — Here's Why
Family
May 10, 2021

It's Time We Stop Labeling Schools as "Good" or "Bad" — Here's Why

As a high school teacher, I have heard quite a lot of my students' personal stories and how they have gotten to where they are today.

Want to Reduce Your Toddler's Tantrums? Try Teaching Them Sign Language!
Family
Mar 15, 2021

Want to Reduce Your Toddler's Tantrums? Try Teaching Them Sign Language!

A few months ago, my 1 year old son started whining.

The White House's Decision to Have ASL Interpreters at Press Briefings Is an Important Step Forward
News
Feb 12, 2021

The White House's Decision to Have ASL Interpreters at Press Briefings Is an Important Step Forward

A few weeks ago, a former student of mine shared a GIF that made me laugh out loud because it was all too true.

Time-Ins Have Changed How I Parent — Here's Why You Should Try Them
Family
Dec 10, 2020

Time-Ins Have Changed How I Parent — Here's Why You Should Try Them

In our house, Mr. Dinger and Ms. Ringer are the dynamic duo and, in my opinion, the power couple of 2020.

I Was Raised to Be "Colorblind," but as the Parent of a Mixed-Race Child, I Know That's Ineffective
Family
Dec 7, 2020

I Was Raised to Be "Colorblind," but as the Parent of a Mixed-Race Child, I Know That's Ineffective

Growing up in my predominantly white town, I wasn't raised to see color.

You're Being Dismissive of the Concerns of the Black Community Every Time You Say, "Yes, But"
Family
Oct 16, 2020

You're Being Dismissive of the Concerns of the Black Community Every Time You Say, "Yes, But"

Recently, my husband, son, and I were planning a trip to West Virginia to see my family.