Daniel Roselle Awards Luncheon

Threads That Bind: Turning Strangers into Neighbors Through Empathy and Community

Dr. Matthew Mingle draws on the extraordinary story of Gander, Newfoundland, during 9/11 to illustrate how empathy and community can transform lives and learning environments. This inspiring keynote explores how the principles of inclusion, compassion, and connection can help educators weave diverse perspectives into a cohesive whole. Through reflections on his journey from social studies teacher to educational leader, Dr. Mingle connects these themes to ISTE+ASCD’s Transformational Learning Principles, offering practical insights for fostering belonging and unity in classrooms and communities.