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One of my greatest desires for my students is that they realize the relevancy of learning in their lives. I want them to embrace the opportunity to learn as a life-long treasure, to see the entire world as their classroom, and to honor every nation as their neighbor. Ever mindful of these things, my students will be better equipped to procure an enriching life and a more humane world. I firmly believe that as a teacher it is my privilege, and my responsibility, to facilitate this process by empowering all of my students to feel celebrated as capable consumers and producers of knowledge.

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Odyssey’s 2014 Sixth Grade Students “Where I’m From” Poems

June11

Reflections on “Dark Girls”- A Look at Colorism and Internalized Racism in the Black Community

May2

D.+Girls from mad news on Vimeo. Related article: “Lupita Nyong’o Delivers Moving ‘Black Women in Hollywood’ Acceptance Speech”

Earth Day 2014: Is It Really That Hard to Be Green?

April22

The First Lady’s Trip to China

March25

http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2014/03/19/participate-first-lady-s-china-trip-anywhere

Of the People “Exchange for a Day” with First Lady Michelle Obama

March25

My Core 4 language arts class viewed a livestream webcast hosted by Discovery Education featuring First Lady Michelle Obama and Jeffrey Woods, and American student from Washington, DC who is currently studying abroad in China. Mrs. Obama and Woods field questions submitted by students around the world who were curious about how the First Lady […]

Women’s History Month: The perfect time to ask: “Is there a woman who currently inspires you?”

March19

In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Public Broadcasting System, Makers, and other corporate sponsors are presenting documentaries about the impact of women in shaping the history and the future of America. I encourage you to peruse the site to learn more about the women you admire as well as those you do not know. […]

Have you ever been called bossy? How did it make you feel? Is it a negative thing or no big deal?

March11

Prior to showing the video below, I asked my single-gender, female seventh grade students to respond to the questions posted. After hearing their comments, I showed the clip below, assessed how it may have changed their perceptions, and elaborated a bit more about the person behind the campaign, Sheryl Sandberg. Is this a conversation that […]

Coca-Cola’s “America the Beautiful” Commercial Creates What Appears to Some as a Tasteless Controversy

February7

After viewing the video, share why you think some people think the ad is beautiful and others find it disgraceful. After you post your comment, read the article, “COCA-COLA’S ‘AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL’ SUPER BOWL COMMERCIAL IGNITES CONTROVERSY”.

Lessons of the Storm: What Did You Learn About Your City, Your Peers, and Yourself?

February2

It is a story that has evoked about as much fury in public opinion as the snow itself caused in the streets. The stories that are emerging are harrowing and heroic. Here are the links to two articles about the ordeal: 6 Q’s About the News | Ice Storm Strands Thousands in Ill-Equipped South and […]

GED: Much More Rigorous Assessment of Skills

February1
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