09/02/2026
💙💛Kai-zen!
Empowering our educators to inspire every student! Today, East Aurora Union Free School District proudly partnered with Holland Central School District for Opening Day Part 2, featuring best-selling author and veteran educator John Perricone (Zen and the Art of Public School Teaching).
A standout moment from Mr. Perricone’s keynote was his focus on the Japanese philosophy of Kai-zen, which translates to "Continuous Improvement." This concept directly reflects our district's core pillars—Learning Excellence, Respectful Relationships, Effective Communication, and Continuous Improvement—reminding us that small, intentional daily moments create a profound, lasting impact on our students' lives.
We are energized , inspired, and ready to welcome our students back for an extraordinary school year alongside our colleagues from Holland! See you tomorrow EA!!
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