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The Vessay

Posted on May 9, 2011 by shelleywright

Yes, the Vessay.  It’s new.  Or at least it is to my students. When you’ve done something as momentous and challenging as creating a Holocaust museum, what do you do next?  It’s not about topping it, it’s about challenging and … Continue reading →

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Magic & Grieving

Posted on April 14, 2011 by shelleywright

I believe in magic.  Not the tooth fairy kind.  But the kind our students can make when they’re given a worthy challenge. Last night was the final showing of our Holocaust exhibit, and I have many mixed feelings. Last Tuesday our exhibit … Continue reading →

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A Look Back

Posted on December 18, 2010 by shelleywright

It’s been not quite a month since I decided to overhaul my classroom, which is shocking.   It seems much longer than that.  Not in a bad way.  I just can’t imagine teaching any other way.  I’ve moved from a content-based, teacher centred-classroom, … Continue reading →

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