This is has been one of the most challenging, yet most rewarding periods in my entire life and career in education. I had so many new starts and new beginnings. A new city, new position, new home–you get the point, everything was new. Thankfully, despite family emergencies and relocating after being in the same place for 15 years, there were many opportunities to grow career wise and personally. Hawaii International Conference on Education: I was …Read More
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Hawaii Conference: P.E.E.P.S and Changing the Language
Awhile back, I shared via social media my excitement to be traveling to Honolulu, Hawaii in 2019 to attend the Hawaii International Conference on Education. I will be presenting not one, but TWO workshop sessions!
Help Wanted: The Faculty Job Search Process Begins…Again.
Statement: I am searching for a faculty home to use my enthusiasm, classroom management, and engagement to share my innovative teaching practices in reading/literacy, expertise in reading for diverse populations, and culturally responsive teaching practices. I am a first-generation college student, turned professor, ready to dedicate my time and share my experiences to commit to scholarship, teaching, and service to a university that is devoted to student success, and development.
Changing the Language- SXSW Edu Proposal
I have recently submitted a proposal to present a Future 20 (20 minute) session at SXSW Edu (South by Southwest Edu) in Austin, Texas in March 2018. Part of the proposal process is done through crowd sourcing, and requires voters to vote “up” for my proposal.
New Beginnings- Fall 2016 Semester Reflection
It has been a BUSY, and an exciting semester. So much has happened, and I could write about so many things, but I will focus on a few highlights of my time for this Fall 2016 Semester Reflection. It has been full of learning experiences for myself and my students. The Fall 2016 semester has ended, and we survived! Although I am still on the same mission of teaching students, and pushing them to be …Read More
New Instagram Account
Though many shy away from social media, I am present on social media, and I have been for quite some time. Often times, I am so busy teaching that I am unable to take pictures and share the great work put forth in my classes. I have created an Instagram to document the awesome work, and happenings in my courses. I will also use this as a space to advocate for education and literacy. When …Read More
#YouBelong Appearance on YouTube “Connecting With Your College Professor”
My first YouTube appearance (as an education professional) is now LIVE!!! Of course, I’m always critical of myself (lol), and I’m not much of a “TV” personality, but it was great to be featured on Yolanda Norman’s (known as @FirstGenCollege on Twitter) show called, #YouBelong on FirstGenCollegeTV. On the show, I give helpful advice to students who are first generation college students (from a professor’s perspective). While recording, there was so much I wanted to …Read More
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