As a teacher, what is a pressing issue or two that you would like to change in your district, curriculum, or school?

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Discipline…lack of it!!!

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Wow! I definitely agree This one is a tough one.

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All of us went to college for at least four years. Some of us went further. I wish we could be treated as educated professionals who know what we’re doing… I don’t know if this answers the question but that’s the change I want.

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Implementation of ABAR instruction across the school. coursework and PD.

State exams for younger kids. This is too much for them, especially 3-4 times a year.

High stakes testing.

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Does anyone know whether there’s a red tape type reason an associate couldn’t transition to fully remote in another state? I work in New York office but team based in Charlotte office so already technically remote but considering a move to a state where we don’t have an office. Partner wouldn’t care so wondering if there’s potential admin/tax issues.

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Are the non- financial industries easier to audit than financial industries? R auditors in retail or manufacturing for example less stressed than an auditor in banking or insurance industry?

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Book recommendations for 6th grade?

How do you decide the author order in publications?

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Who has made the move from Deloitte to AFS? Tell me about your experience and differences. Glad you made the move?

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Any recommendation on interesting wfh accessories. Other than keyboard mouse table chair.

Ross or Fuqua?

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Anyone part of F45 or close side red franchise opportunity with them ?

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How did you begin to implement equity and inclusion into your organization?

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