What Will Be Your Legacy? The Mirror of Our Schools.

Good Morning!

Imagine a future where every school is a reflection of us—a living, breathing legacy of what we valued, how we led, and the actions we took. That’s not some distant possibility. It’s happening now, and the choices we make today will echo in the lives of children for generations to come. Schools, whether we realize it or not, are where our legacy is being shaped in real time. And it’s not just about how we educate kids—it’s about what we leave behind for them.

That’s why I’m asking you to take a step today. Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or leader, my Universal Best Practices (UBP) Program is your chance to make a lasting difference. Because the legacy we leave behind will be more than just words—it’ll be mirrored in the lives of today’s students.

In the 19th century, the Clapham Sect didn’t just talk about reform. They acted on it. They were abolitionists, yes, but they also established free schools, healthcare, and reimagined what it meant to create a better society. They didn’t stand on the sidelines, and neither can we. While we may not be founding colonies or building schools from the ground up, the urgency remains the same. Our schools are where the next generation will either thrive or flounder, and what we leave behind matters—more than ever.

You May Not Believe in Today’s Kids or the School “System”, But They Are a Reflection of You

Here’s the harsh truth: even if you don’t believe in the future of today’s kids, they will be a direct reflection of the legacy you leave - and it’s true for all of us. And that’s a reality we can’t ignore. It’s easy to point fingers and say, “Kids today are distracted by TikTok and video games,” or, “They don’t care about learning,” or “The school system needs to be torn down.” But the real question is: What are we doing to change that? How are we equipping teachers to ground kids in the real world, helping them develop cognitive strategies, build emotional resilience, and strengthen their executive functioning?

Let’s be clear: schools today are struggling, yes. But this isn’t a time to abandon ship. Much like the Clapham Sect ran toward the fire, we need to do the same with our schools. The Universal Best Practices (UBP) program is designed to meet these challenges head-on. It’s not just another professional development tool—it’s a blueprint for change. By providing teachers with structured routines, fostering collaboration, and equipping them with strategies that work, UBP is transforming classrooms into places where both students and educators can thrive. It’s about giving today’s teachers the tools to succeed so that they, in turn, can help today’s students build a future worth believing in.

What We Leave Behind Will Outlive Us

Here’s the deal: what we do—or fail to do—in our schools will far outlive us. Even if we never step foot in a classroom again, the impact of our choices will be felt by generations to come. Our legacy will be written in the stories of students who either succeed or struggle. And we don’t have the luxury of time. The future is happening now. We need to act—expediently.

If we follow in the footsteps of reformers like the Clapham Sect, we won’t just improve our schools, we’ll transform them - and society. And that’s not just a “nice-to-have”; it’s a must-have. Our legacy depends on it. So, are you ready to take action and build something that outlasts you? The future is in our hands, and it’s time to make sure we leave behind something we can be proud of.

That’s why I’m asking you to take a step today. Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or leader, UBP is your chance to make a lasting difference. Because the legacy we leave behind will be more than just words—it’ll be mirrored in the lives of the students we touch.

Ready to make an impact?

-Adam