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You've completed your career as a professional educator, and you're shifting to an exciting new chapter! There's so much you have to look forward to.

Of course, there's the transition and all of your hard work and planning paying off, but there's also the next steps in how you want to make the most of your new life.

Looking to stay engaged and make a difference? We can help!

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"Leaving the classroom at the end of your career doesn’t mean you stopped being an educator. We’re seeking long-retired, newly retired, and close-to-retiring educators to join our newest cohort of “Worthy Retirees.”  This important gathering of former educators creates a space for those of you who aren’t quite done leaving an impact in your career field. As a group, we focus on growth outside of the profession leaning into your experience, expertise, wisdom, and ability to navigate change. We will facilitate discussions on how you can put your knowledge to work to build stronger schools, support teachers, and instigate meaningful change. Our processes include:

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  • Understanding the transition from educator to retiree
     

  • Exploring impact opportunities
     

  • Debating current trends in education
     

  • Facilitating community activism utilizing your lived experiences in the profession
     

  • Building a network of retired educators who want to continue to invest in education
     

  • Creating a plan for meaningful growth using your professional experiences as a catalyst for change
     

  • Engaging in reflective practices that support the unique intellectual and social challenges that exist in retirement

 

Join us and continue the journey!"

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                                               - Dr. Gretchen Oltman
                                                 The Worthy Educator

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Of Legends and Legacies

​We help mid-to-late career leaders in education shift from working in isolation and uncertainty, reconnecting you to your passion so you can map a new way forward.

Partner with us and we're available to you when you need us, building a longterm relationship together, making and taking the time for you, your story, your values and the things you want to achieve. There's no cost per session or prepackaged one size fits all programs. You are unique and we personalize your experience. That's what Legends deserve. That's our Legends community!

Honoring your legendary work in education, we recognize you for your:

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  • Contributions - you make a difference in the lives of others
     

  • Leadership - colleagues learn and benefit from your example
     

  • Story - your journey deserves to be elevated and amplified
     

  • Legacy - your good work continues to have an impact on the future

 

 

Legends don't just fade away. Your passion lives on! You may have stopped working for someone else, but you deserve to continue to be:

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  • Active - traveling, discovering, memory-making
     

  • Connected - so your relationships and networks continue to thrive
     

  • Engaged - with opportunities to give back and lead forward
     

  • Relevant - helping to make a difference as you choose

We work with you as you successfully transition from your career to a rich, rewarding retirement! The program is designed for retirees and those preparing to retire, connecting you with fellow Legends, opportunities to get involved, and direct access to Gretchen and Walter whenever you want to schedule individual time with them. It's a one-of-a-kind supportive community that helps meet your unique needs and interests!
 

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