Missy Dodds is a survivor of the 2005 Red Lake High School shooting. The person responsible for this tragedy was not a stranger to Missy. He was her former student.
In this case study, Missy looks back at the student she knew, the life that shaped him, the choices he made, and his complicated pathway that ended in tragedy. Drawing from her experiences as a survivor and educator, she explores what can be learned from the past to help us better see, understand, and support the students in front of us today.
Presentation Objectives
By the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:
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Examine the complex factors and experiences that shaped one student’s pathway, while distinguishing life circumstances from the choices he ultimately made.
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Recognize points along a student’s pathway where connection, support, or intervention may make a difference.
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Apply lessons from this case study to better see, understand, and support the students in their care.
