Reese_the_Educator

Mom of two | Literacy Coach at Jean Childs Young MS | Passionate about empowering readers, fostering growth, and lifelong learning. 📚💡🔺

[Andricque Norwood, Ed.S. @mrnorwood_]

Honored to celebrate the closing ceremony of the APS Aspiring Leaders Program! Grateful for the growth, connections, and inspiration. Ready to lead with purpose. #apsaspiringleaders25 @wardellhunterED @TerukoDobashi @apsupdate

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Feeling proud and grateful to share that I’ve officially completed the Instructional Leadership Program! This journey has been incredibly rewarding, and I’ve grown so much both personally and professionally! A special shoutout to the best leadership mentor and director!

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❤️☺️The beautiful display of the 8th grade ELA projects, “Uncovering the Streets of Atlanta’s Legacy”‼️Reading & writing informational texts…to culminate BHM. @apsyoungms

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I was so excited to engage 6-12 ELA educators as I facilitated 4 PL sessions on the New K-12 ELA standards (Text/ Techniques)…thoughtful discussions 💭, collaboration 🫱🏾‍🫲🏼, as we embrace the new standards 📖‼️

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Since Founder’s Day is loading some 🔺 pics from 2024. AOML 🔺 Initiated on the campus of Southern University 🩵💛 Alpha Tau 🔺Spr. 2006 & my current chapter Henry Co. Alum. (HCAC) 🔺 Community Service & Sisterhood.

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Obligatory holiday family photos with matching PJs! Happy Holidays 🎄🎅🏾

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Jan 6th PL Day! Data analysis in education isn’t just numbers—it’s the key to understanding student needs, shaping instruction, and driving success. Better insights lead to better outcomes. 📊📚 @apsyoungms @wardellhunterED

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Beyond successful @apsyoungms Spelling Bee. Held classroom bees in every ELA class & the winners were invited to the school wide bee.
True representation of all ability levels & grade levels at JCY! Access & Exposure is 🔑 Oh & it is was live-streamed https://t.co/LH2ZffqFAV

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I had the pleasure of spearheading the Spelling Bee Initiative @apsyoungms Behind the scene prep with planning, preparation, logistics, ensuring all students have access and the event is organized and seamless….

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Instructional Leadership Development Program ILDP, one of the most impactful experiences of the program…. Interviews & professional headshots. I feel as though I did well on both and learned a whole lot! If you’re not learning and growing, what are you doing? @wardellhunterED

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School Leadership Team group selfie sent to a colleague who isn’t here with us 🫶🏾 @apsyoungms

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Mondays v. Fridays….some weeks have you like this…you determine which picture represents which day? 🤣😂🤣 Grateful for the challenges, the growth, and the purpose. 💼✨ #LoveMyJob #GrindWithGratitude”

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School-based PL Day Oct ‘24. New K-12 ELA Standards. Professional learning is the heart of growth in education. When educators continue to learn, they empower students to succeed in an ever-changing world. Invest in learning, inspire change. @apsyoungms

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October ‘24…Landry’s culinary class showcase & Skylar’s homecoming campaign. Balancing a full-time job and single motherhood isn’t easy, but every late night, early morning, and moment of hustle is worth it. Seeing my child thrive reminds me why I keep pushing. 🫶🏾

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What a birthday surprise!!! The best friendships often start in the workplace. Shared goals, mutual respect, and countless laughs create bonds that last a lifetime. Cheers to colleagues who become family! 💼✨B’day- 9/12/24

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Strong partnerships between literacy coaches & media center specialists are a game-changer for student success. Together, we ignite a ❤️ for reading, build literacy skills, & create a culture of lifelong learning. 📚 All ELA classes had Media Ctr Orientation Aug ‘24 @apsyoungms

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PLC spaces are vital….I was eager to fill the walls with our Literacy Data & fill our conversations with action plans! July ‘24 #LiteracyCoach @apsyoungms

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What components of being a great educator would you add to this list?🤔
Vulnerable
Compassion
Empathy
Ownership
Why > How