Rooted in Literacy

This past month (time flies...faster and faster!), I attend the 45th Annual Literacy Conference and had the best of times.  Yes!  Absolutely!

This was my second year to serve on the Conference Committee...what a rewarding experience...that took many hours to accomplish!  BUT...well worth it!

Some highlights:

• On Thursday, I presented with my two students from my Lyon College methods class.  They/we worked on a project for the semester and presented their projects to a group of about 25.  Fun!  Also, this will look amazing on their resumes.  Yay!   
• Also, on Thursday, the authors who participated in the ARA Book Club met with some of the participants.  I am just such a nerd, but I totally loved this!  Danny Brassell, Monique Wild, Amanda Mayeaux, Jonathan Friesen...sweet!
• On Thursday evening during dinner, authors Louis Sachar and Jane Feber sat at our table.  Yes,  I asked about the next book...but made no progress as this is top secret info!  
• On Friday, I hosted a two-hour institute on blogging, a tool I enjoy and encourage my students to utilize.  Although the attendance was lower (as were all the sessions), those there seemed to enjoy and take home some ideas they might implement with their own students.  Yay!
• The time spent with like-minded peers was priceless and always needed. 

Already, I am looking forward to next year!  Join us!