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Subject area expertise: Cross-curricular - gifted

Grade level(s) taught: grades 1 to 3, grades 4 to 6, grade 7, grade 8, grade 9, grade 10, post secondary, adult education

Present status: Certified/Licensed Educator

Language(s) you can instruct in: English

Number of years teaching experience: 16-20

If you are willing to volunteer, in what area(s):: curriculum development, digital media, workshop facilitation

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Haiti this summer?

The images from Haiti have been haunting me especially those of the children. I didn't realize the large number of children who were orphaned prior to the earthquake. No doubt these numbers will multiple in the aftermath of the earthquake. I fear what will happen after the initial shock and relief wears thin. I have a desire to provide at least a small group of children with some joy in the chaos and trauma. I am thinking I might visit Haiti orphanages this summer to offer a type of summer… Continue

Posted on January 17, 2010 at 15:01 — 6 Comments

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At 20:48 on March 15, 2010, Deb Russell said…: Hi jackie,

I posted a comment on your blog about Haiti, but thought I'd also contact you directly. I am very intrested in helping out in Haiti this summer in some capacity. I would be very interested in the summer camp idea. Could you please send me or email me information.

Thanks