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#107 Finding Your Path: From Sports Writer to Educational Leader
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What happens when tragedy transforms a life's purpose? For Patrick Larkin, losing his father to suicide in seventh grade made school his sanctuary—a place where caring teachers filled voids and structure provided stability. Decades later, this experience continues to shape his approach as a veteran school administrator.
Content warning: this episode contains mature content including discussions of suicide.
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Patrick Larkin (00:00:00)
2. Patrick's Origin Story and Journey (00:13:20)
3. From Sports Writer to Educator (00:26:06)
4. Technology in Schools and Cell Phones (00:36:50)
5. Sharing Through Writing and Blogging (00:46:40)
6. Equity, Identity and Future Plans (00:54:30)
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