A better world...I believe we can all change this world in positive and purposeful ways and embrace sustainable and equitable ways of thinking and living. I believe in the power of storytelling as the vehicle by which we can listen and learn from each other, and my primary focus is on helping individuals and communities use storytelling to create cultures that celebrate global citizenship and sustainability.
I have coached many students and educators in their journeys as changemakers. I am known for my positivity and love for the planet and other humans, and have spent much of my life living in a service- and change-oriented way. I am the Service Learning Advisor for AISA (Association of International Schools in Africa) and an associate with CBK Associates (founded by service learning pioneer Cathryn Berger Kaye) and Inspire Citizens. I am a professional learning strand facilitator for ACAMIS (Association of China and Mongolia International Schools). I love to help school leaders establish strategic vision for global citizenship, and I love coaching small teams of teachers and individual teachers to help embed meaningful storytelling, service learning and global citizenship into curricular experiences for students K-12. |
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Stories from KenyaI have partnered with several schools and teams of educators in Kenya through Freedom Through Learning, an organization I founded with my husband, Brian. Check out some stories here.
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What people say...
"LeeAnne's preparation and rapport with the audience made
for an amazing learning experience. Without question this (ACAMIS Service Learning Job-a-Like) has been the best learning event I have coordinated this school year." Michael Iannani ACAMIS PD Consultant and Leadership Facilitator 
"LeeAnne has incredible insight and offers suggestions that add value and depth to student research and discovery. Some of the best projects my students have completed were enhanced by LeeAnne's vision and purpose. Working with her allows student-led project work to come alive!"
Corinna Raasch, New Zealand Grade 2 teacher |
"Mrs. Lavender is probably the single most engaging, insightful, passionate, and nurturing teacher I have had. She is full of creative ideas and is always available to give helpful advice
and encouragements . Through her warmth and positive energy, she taught me that education is only a starting point to a life-long course of growth and taking action."
Lillian F, China
Graduate, class of 2021
and encouragements . Through her warmth and positive energy, she taught me that education is only a starting point to a life-long course of growth and taking action."
Lillian F, China
Graduate, class of 2021
"Having learned from LeeAnne Lavender for over six years, both inside and outside of the classroom, I can tell you that her years of experience and subsequent insight are unparalleled. I have watched LeeAnne steadfastly help students explore the Sustainable Development Goals, find connections between the curriculum and their own experiences, encourage healthy risk-taking and self-expression in reflective writing prompts, and inspire individuals of various ages to invest in their own health and well-being."
Dagne Furth, U.S.A.,
High School English teacher
Dagne Furth, U.S.A.,
High School English teacher
"Servant, leader, honest, passionate, hard-working and collaborative are some of the words that come to mind in describing LeeAnne. She opens her heart and hands to people from all walks of life. She works alongside students and
co-workers in order to produce excellence.
LeeAnne doesn’t just work this way, she lives this way."
Dr. Mary Scott, Executive Director,
Orange Lutheran High School, California, USA
co-workers in order to produce excellence.
LeeAnne doesn’t just work this way, she lives this way."
Dr. Mary Scott, Executive Director,
Orange Lutheran High School, California, USA
"LeeAnne knows what a community, school, staff and, in particular, students need to become more active and effective local and global citizens. LeeAnne has the very best expertise and experience in working in schools to create change. LeeAnne is in the perfect position, with an incredible skill set, to influence schools for lasting impact."
d'Arcy Lunn, Founder Teaspoons of Change
& Group Head of Sustainability and Global Citizenship for Dulwich / Dehong Group of Schools, China
d'Arcy Lunn, Founder Teaspoons of Change
& Group Head of Sustainability and Global Citizenship for Dulwich / Dehong Group of Schools, China
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