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Jonathan Lee
- Jan 16
- 1 min
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
As a Black educator, the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is both a source of inspiration and a reminder of the work that still needs...
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Jonathan Lee
- Jan 9
- 2 min
Passing the torch
As I stood on the court at the West Seattle YMCA, coaching my six-year-old son in his first basketball practice, memories flooded back of...
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Jonathan Lee
- Dec 19, 2022
- 3 min
Community
As I enter into year two of my time here in Seattle, it has been an ongoing task of finding, building, and establishing a community....
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Jonathan Lee
- Oct 12, 2022
- 2 min
One year without, Sheila Lee
Sheila Lee, my mother, and best friend lost her battle with Covid-19 on this day, October 12th, last year. As I reflect on this past...
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Jonathan Lee
- Aug 12, 2022
- 2 min
8/12/17
8/12/22 marks the 5th year anniversary of the passing of my father, Stanley Edward Lee. There is not a moment that I do not miss my...
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Jonathan Lee
- Jul 8, 2022
- 3 min
Joe and Ellie Halm '16
Last month, I had the opportunity to attend my 20th high school reunion at Episcopal High School of Alexandria, Virginia. During my time...
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Jonathan Lee
- May 18, 2022
- 2 min
Buffalo, New York
I am a Black man. My race arrives before me in each and every room, prior to the first words that I say out of my mouth. I am a Black...
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Jonathan Lee
- May 13, 2022
- 2 min
Risk Averse
For those of you that know me, you know that I am not a risk-taker. Earlier this month, during my first family vacation to Hawaii, I...
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Jonathan Lee
- Apr 14, 2022
- 3 min
32 North Donelson St.
Last Christmas, my wife commissioned a painting of my childhood home as a gift. Lauren reached out to a friend, an advisor, and a former...
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Jonathan Lee
- Jan 9, 2022
- 2 min
An unexpected answer to a question
During my free time, I enjoy preparing students from all over the world for the high school independent school interviewing process. ...
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Jonathan Lee
- Oct 13, 2021
- 2 min
Sheila Annette Lee
While the last few years have provided for a tough road, there are so many amazing moments to celebrate and cherish. I don’t know when I...
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