By Dr. Luay Shalabi, principal of Central Academy, a public charter school in Ann Arbor, Michigan managed by GEE (Global Education Excellence), a vehicle for developing nurturing educational environments where all children are offered quality educational opportunities. Shalabi, a 30-year veteran educator, was named the 2012 Michigan Council for the Social Studies “Social Studies Citizen of the Year” in recognition of his efforts to increase tolerance and celebrate diversity among all people.
