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In praise of teachers, who are the candle lighters

Posted on May 8, 2019 by scout2011

Well, I had this teacher who ________. This is the start of an answer I’ve given hundreds of times at book clubs or venues where I’ve been a featured author or speaker. Because someone always asks, “What inspired you to … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged creative nonfiction, education, education reform, essay, essayist, grateful, in thanks, Katherine Scott Crawford, light a candle in it, Margaret Fuller, new writing, opinion, public education, public schools, teach, teacher appreciation week, teacher's march, teachers, teaching, thankful | 2 Comments

New column: “Celebrating women’s history in our own words”

Posted on March 10, 2016 by scout2011

This week’s column in The Greenville News is an homage to the ladies, because it’s National Women’s History Month! The column is filled with, among other things, some of my favorite quotes from some of my favorite women. Hoorah for … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: Margaret Fuller

In praise of teachers, who are the candle lighters

New column: “Celebrating women’s history in our own words”

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