Walker Parrish, teacher of 10 years, forged in the Chicago homeschool community. Friend to my students and their families. SEL instructor. Student of my elders.

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“Walker is a wonderful mentor and teacher! I collaborated with Walker on rite of passage retreats for the youth in our community, and his compassion for youth shone throughout, creating a safe space and positive environment for growth.” - Jessi Tejeda

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“Walker is an awesome dude, so even if you’re just looking for life advice or someone to hang out with, don’t be afraid to reach out to him. He’s helped me with a lot of things, and I’m super happy to call him my friend.” - Oskar S.

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My Background

  • Nature Guide with Rite of Passage Journeys

  • BA in Creative Writing, DePaul University

  • Social Emotional Learning Certification, Colorado University Boulder

  • Dare to Lead Certification, Brené Brown

  • Comprehensive Sexual Health Educator, Our Whole Lives

Community Work

  • Co-led sexism/conflict resolution workshop and circle talk for ~50 tweens and teens

  • Ran boy’s book club to discuss their feelings and lives in general

  • Co-facilitated a Mother-led coming of age retreat for girls

  • Volunteer sexual health educator with Our Whole Lives, Oak Park, Illinois

Influences

  • Queer and neurodivergent perspectives

  • Nordic Animism

  • James Baldwin

  • bell hooks

  • Tyson Yunkaporta

  • John Trudell

  • Southern warmth and welcome

  • Chicago honesty and kindness