Bret Marshall

Creating Learning Experiences in HS History 🇺🇸Global Perspectives and Geography 🌎 2X Teacher of the Year

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Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

[Bret Marshall @BretMarshall17]

Ready for the 25-26 school year at HD Beijing Bilingual school. #bilingualschool #Beijing

[Eva Marshall @MrsEvaMarshall]

America Bound. We are so excited to see our family and get to spend the summer in KC!

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So proud of our 5th grade grads at HD Beijing. Watching them grow into confident and curious learners has been the highlight of the year.
#HDBJ2025 #5thGradeGraduation

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For my birthday this year we traveled to Luoyang, China. I have now been to all 4 of the Great Ancient Capitals of China. #Luoyang #Chinatravel #Henan

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Hong Kong is a vibe #HongKong

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I am proud of the “Take one, Give one” little library I installed at school to encourage reading among students and staff. Took me 2 hours to build the bookshelf #reading #bilingualschool #hdbeijing

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My students in Beijing learned about the UN and the Sustainable Development Goals by playing a board game they helped create and judging by the laughter and discussion, it was just as fun as it was educational. #sdgs2030 #hdbj

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Proud of my students for mapping the routes of famous explorers, breaking down causes/effects of the Age of Exploration, and researching key voyages. Love showcasing their work—it’s detailed, creative, and shows real understanding! #StudentWork #HistoryClass #TeacherLife

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My students are diving into primary sources to investigate a key question in history: Why did Japan attack Pearl Harbor? Watching them analyze real documents and think like historians is what teaching is all about! #teaching #historyteacher #HDBeijing

[Eva Marshall @MrsEvaMarshall]

First day of the second semester! Students and staff are back, full of energy and ready to dive into new challenges. Excited for all the growth ahead this semester! #NewSemester #BackToSchool #StudentSuccess #LifelongLearning

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Teaching history is one thing—standing in it is another. Seeing Stonehenge in person reminded me why we study the past: to connect with the people who came before us and to question what we think we know #HistoryMatters #Stonehenge

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From Byzantine basilica to Ottoman mosque to museum, its walls whisper the stories of civilizations. Can’t wait to share this with my students! #HistoryTeacher #HagiaSophia #Istanbul #LivingHistory

[Bret Marshall @BretMarshall17]

Visiting the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam with my wife and daughter was an incredible opportunity to explore the intersection of art, history, and culture. Bringing these stories back to the classroom to inspire my students! #HistoryTeacher #VanGoghMuseum #Amsterdam

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My 12 grade students at HD Beijing Bilingual School delved into primary sources to uncover why the U.S. entered WWI. From analyzing the Zimmerman Telegram to the Lusitania sinking, they pieced together history through critical thinking and collaboration! #HistoryInAction #WWI

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Teacher vs. Students 🏀✨
Played in the exhibition basketball game at HD Bilingual School last night. I don’t play basketball, but I still snagged a couple rebounds, steals, and assists – even took one shot (missed, but hey, I tried! 😂). #BuildingConnections #HDBeijing

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My students and I immersed ourselves in the vibrant 798 Art District in Beijing! Exploring art’s role in education, we’re seeing firsthand how creativity fuels critical thinking, empathy, and cultural appreciation. #HDBeijing #798ArtDistrict #CreativityInClassroom

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@parkhillHR It’s awesome to see a school district recognizing the effort of a substitute because they are so important and valuable. Good substitute teachers can be hard to find.

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House Day at HD Beijing Bilingual School brought students together for a day full of learning and laughter! From outdoor sports and games to showcasing talents in art, photography, and Chinese Debate, every student had a chance to shine. #HDBeijing #Beijingschool

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Had a magical time dressing up as Harry Potter for our school Halloween assembly! 🎃⚡ The students loved it, and the energy in the room was spellbinding. #bilingualeducation #HDbeijing #Beijingschool