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When philanthropyâs power couple splits, Melinda French Gatesâs influence could grow
By Jay Greene The Washington Post,Updated May 5, 2021, 7:57 a.m.
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SEATTLE - As the power couple of giving splits, Melinda French Gatesâs global influence in philanthropy could grow even further, reflecting her own values and interests.
She has long shared the spotlight with her husband, Bill Gates. But the Gateses on Monday announced they were divorcing after 27 years of marriage. In simultaneous and identical tweets, they pledged to continue to run the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, whose mission is to enable all people to lead healthy, productive lives.
Embeds learning everywhere and views the community as a classroom.
Is centered on individual learners.
Is inquiry-based to help students develop an understanding of their place in the world.
Incorporates local and global thinking and investigations.
Requires design thinking to find solutions to authentic problems.
Is interdisciplinary.
“While some of the courses offered at LAHS, like AP Human Geography, Native American Studies, and New Mexico History, explore the ideas of place, we offer no yearlong core courses at LAHS that utilize inquiry-based and place-based learning,” said Batha. “Students who enroll in this class will explore course materials that focus on the language and culture of New Mexico and the connections around the globe.”