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The Initiative Ended; The Orientation Endured

April 2026

ABSTRACT

In 2004, as partners in the SuMo Experience,the authors were asked to help Canada’s largest school board launch an initiative designed to engage student voices in shaping the future of education, and specifically to improve outcomes for students. Two decades later, former students are still drawing on those early experiences: reframing conflict, stepping into leadership, carrying what one later described as ‘the momentum of positivity’ into adult life.

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Author: Mo McKenna and Sue Derby

Sue Derby and Mo McKenna were partners in The SuMo Experience consulting firm from 2002 to 2010. Sue is now retired and contributes her time to projects supporting the mission of The Salvation Army in Canada. Mo continues her work through www.returnonenergy.ca, supporting leaders and teams in creating more human, connected workplaces. Both live in Toronto, Canada.

Contact: Mo McKenna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureenmckenna/

Sue Derby: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanderby/

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