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I Believe in providing excellent instruction. I Believe in seeing beyond a position and seeing the person. ILoveYou

Dallas, TX
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@AbramJoseph5
Abram Joseph
3 years
Man,my grandfather and mother were sharecroppers that couldn't read or write, and now I'm about to lead the flagship school of Mesquite ISD. Don't tell me what God can't do.
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9 years
Prettiest girl at the prom! http://t.co/vwnNUvL38P
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9 years
Got a chance to introduce the POTUS to my dad. He's 72 yrs old and the first role model I ever had.
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Abram Joseph
3 years
It's not work or family. It's work and family!
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Abram Joseph
2 years
This morning a gay male asked me, can I give you a compliment? I said, of course. He said, your suit is nice, & your collar is impeccable. I asked, can I give you advice? He said,yes. Don't ever ask can you give a compliment.Give it. If there is issue, its there issue,not yours.
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2 years
There are football players from @NorthMesquiteHS at our Spring Game. I asked them to sit in the stands and they replied, yes sir. Didn't know who I was, my title, or who I knew. Such respectful young men. Great job parents, staff, and coaches. @KoachV
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Abram Joseph
1 year
It's an honor to serve the Oak Cliff Community. Thank you for your leadership. I pray for you daily.
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Dr. Stephanie S. Elizalde
1 year
You’re going to love the tradition Principal Joseph started for his seniors.
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Abram Joseph
3 years
Isaac signed his Letter of Intent to be a Mesquite Skeeter! Thanks @DemarcusHarri01 #SKEETERNATION
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Abram Joseph
3 years
I was out sick,our Assistant Superintendent of Student Services texted me to ask, "how are you doing? " I was shocked bc I don't know him well. That action is not listed in most leadership books, but goes further than any rubric. Thx you @mjasso12
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Abram Joseph
3 years
Again, he won't brag but I will. This is just as important to me as a win on the field. Keep setting the standard @DemarcusHarri01 @DrVroonland @mesquiteisdtx @GeraldSarpy
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Abram Joseph
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A dad &mom of our 1st yr teacher came to their son's 1st day of work. Mom hugged dad,smiled, & said, "One day,he'll be a principal."Dad whispered to me," If there is anything I can do to help my son, let me know." Reminder: Everybody is someone's child. #PeopleBusiness
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3 years
Look at this floor! I've worked at the newest school in the district,and a former supermarket turned into a school. No matter the campus, the custodial staff takes great pride in providing the best campus for our kids. #SKEETERNATION
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Abram Joseph
5 years
Today in a church with 4k plus, pastor asked all educators to stand up so someone can touch you and pray for you that God would allow educator's gifts to do the supernatural. No joke,half of the congregation was standing.Christ is not out the school, he's in our hearts everyday.
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146/150 students showed for history STAAR exams. No calls. No looking for them. They showed because of the culture created by these ladies. We won today! Excellence: Brick by Brick
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Abram Joseph
10 months
Congratulations. One day, the little school in the middle of Oak Cliff will be on this list. Excellence: Brick by Brick.
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South Dallas vs The World part II #txhsfb
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Abram Joseph
3 months
This is my tribe! Region 4 high school principals. Some of these men I call to talk me off the ledge (Kimball), and some I call when I want to go on the ledge (not naming).
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Abram Joseph
2 years
Bus duty! A lil stop and go. They missed my griddy.
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6 years
Treat the superintendent the same way you treat the custodians.....yep it's written correctly. I'm going to miss this group!
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Abram Joseph
3 years
At my job, I eat lunch with amazing scholars who happen to read music and play woodwind instruments. Who do you eat with at your job? I flex differently!
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Abram Joseph
3 years
He won't do it, but I will. Congratulations goes out to @DemarcusHarri01 on his first high school win at a 6A school in the state of Texas. Brother, you spend alot of time loving on others, I want you to accept the love tonight. Congratulations Coach! @KodyGroves @DrVroonland
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7 years
Gay,straight,rich,poor,"weird" or "normal" the kids at PHS or so accepting. You all are a beacon of light in a sometimes dark world!
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Abram Joseph
6 years
My mom's wish was to live to see me graduate from high school. She had another stroke a week bf and the hospital delivered her to my ceremony in an ambulance..hr away. She lived to see me grad from college then passed a yr later. God is good!
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What an amazing woman!
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Grambling held a leadership summit; I was a speaker for a session. This week, on two occasions, individuals who attended a PWI joked about GSU; I stopped them. Twenty-six years later, I know that my HBCU loves me, but that school doesn't love you. You can't buy love. #KDotVibes "
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Mr. Ramos, one of our hall monitors, graduated from UTA last Fri. His goal is to start teaching in Jan. He said, 'Mr. Joseph, my 1st choice is to be here at Roosevelt!' A high-character young man and a great role model, especially for our Hispanic males. #Education #RoleModel 🎓
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Abram Joseph
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Let me tell you about the power of God, great leadership (not me), and parents who believe. Last year, we had 3 cheerleaders total; this year, we have 3 All-Americans and 19 members. Cheer is just as important as my other sports. Great job, Coach Lewis. Excellence: BrickbyBrick
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Abram Joseph
8 years
Poteet band is like a secret fraternity. Former members come back and are more excited than current members.
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Abram Joseph
7 years
My first time using this term. Poteet's prom was LIT ...literally LIT!!!
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Abram Joseph
6 years
As the new principal of Mesquite Academy I was pleasantly surprised to see students from all 5 high schools & middle schools taking summer classes to put themselves in a better position when returning to their home campus. That's hustling! #_DetermineYourDestiny @MesquteAcademy
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Abram Joseph
2 years
Akhievement in Every Field of Human Endeavor!
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Abram Joseph
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Congratulations to Coach Jason Garrett and his staff on his 1st win as head football coach. Oak Cliff and VELTNATION have waited three years for this victory. You are part of the changing of a community while leaving legacy for your son.Strive for Excellence: Brick by Brick. 1-0.
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Abram Joseph
3 years
Last week I received a call that my hero(dad) was cancer free. Today, I woke up to tell him Happy 39th(77) birthday. He said, "what did I do to deserve this? Nothing son. Grace and Mercy." Then he broke out into song! Happy Birthday, Daddy Rabbit!
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Two months ago, De'Aris and I walked a pitbull back home. 2 mile track. Now, he walks into my office every morning to place his basketball in the closet, UNCONTESTED! WTheck! He doesn't care who is in the office. I told him I need security. Secretly, I enjoy him doing it, lol.
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3 years
Fatherhood, 5:30 a.m. workouts, finishing this job strong, and mental reps about new job......
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3 years
Skeeter Nation, Let's welcome Coach Carter into the family. Coach is a four year letterman at @TulsaVolleyball and has collegiate and club sports coaching experience. Skeeters Fight! @SkeeterVB @DemarcusHarri01 @CoachKBaker41 @mesquiteisdtx
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Abram Joseph
7 years
So today is actually National Women's Day. The ladies you see here represent the women of Poteet High. From short to tall from curly hair to straight. You are our future doctors ,lawyers, mothers, and engineers. Oh superintendents too. We salute you beautiful Queens!
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3 years
THE Mesquite High School sends prayers to the family of @NorthMesquiteHS alum,Officer Richard Houston. It was humbling to hear your department describe your character & Love for Christ. However,Shelby stole the show. She reminded us that before all,you were a great dad & husband.
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4 years
Martin had a Dream!
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Abram Joseph
4 years
Walking down the hallway with my head down, I looked up to see our hallway signs that have our core values listed. What a great reminder!
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Abram Joseph
9 years
Goodbye 2015! You are forever Poteetstrong! http://t.co/7jkY7cUTga
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Abram Joseph
6 years
I'm going to make many mistakes as a first yr principal, but one decision I know I got right is hiring Ms. Hatch. She's hardworking, caring, and silly! Thank you for all you do for our kids and staff. We love you!
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Abram Joseph
3 years
Season's Greetings from our family to yours. We Empower. We Impact. We LOVE! We are SkeeterNation.
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Abram Joseph
17 days
Thank you, @DallasISDSupt , for supporting Velt students tonight. It’s hard to imagine the immense responsibilities of leading a large public school district. We appreciate you and are praying for you. Hope you enjoyed your gift! Please read the note from Sidney.
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This is the time of year when educators start to evaluate their future (23-24). If you are a dynamic educator & are pondering your future, I would love to talk to you. It doesn't matter your subject; I just like to be around great talent. Have a blessed Sunday. Please share fam.
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Abram Joseph
3 years
Happy birthday to my head ball coach @DemarcusHarri01 ! The relationship between the principal and athletic director is monumental to a school's success, and I'm glad we are embarking on this challenge together. Thx for being a great dad, mentor, and man! Empower, Impact, Love!
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3 years
Walked up to KD, a football player, and asked how are your grades? He boast by saying, my lowest grade is an 89. I love that he sees the value in being a student-athlete. Boast on young KING!
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7 years
No matter race, sex, or origin this lady wants what's best for students and she's good at it. PHS Teacher of the Year!
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Abram Joseph
3 years
I had what I thought was an important meeting, but stopped and threw the football with my life skill kids. Needless to say, I missed the meeting, but it was the best decision I made today. Our SPED students and staff members remind you that the world is a beautiful place.
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1 year
I just dropped my son off at school, and in a split second, God reminded me how good He's been to me. I will glorify His name - Jesus!
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Abram Joseph
3 years
We came up short to the most accomplished black coach in the state of Texas. However, when its all said and done, @DemarcusHarri01 will go down in the history books as well. That's my Head Ball Coach!
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11 months
Today was an opportunity for Roosevelt High School to have the experience of playing on an NBA court, watching NBA players train, and receiving words of wisdom from a Maverick Legend. But most importantly, they created everlasting memories. #BrickbyBrick
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1 year
Coach Henderson, our Reset Coordinator,sent me these pics since I'm out today. This is from 1:00 yesterday & 2:30 today.She &other staff members have implemented systems to ensure students are in class & not in the hallways. We have some amazing kids.Excellence: Brick by Brick.
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Sitting in the Principal's Meeting, and I just got a text stating that one of my babies passed her TSI exam and can now walk with her class. I just want to go to campus and hug her. #EmotionallyInvolved
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6 years
Today while interviewing, a candidate said, "you should believe in kids so much, when their beliefs waver, they should be able to borrow yours until they regain their own." (Mic Drop)
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6 years
Parents tomorrow your baby will take a STAAR exam. Hug them and tell them you love them. Also let them know there is no event or test that defines who they are. Do your best but remember this is only part of a whole.
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3 years
Surrounded by All-Stars!
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3 years
So many staff members stayed behind to make sure kids were safe. Educators are selfless!
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3 years
First father son fishing trip in the Chesapeake Bay.
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One of the most underrated accomplishments as an educator is safely bringing your kids back to the building after a break. The challenges of life can weigh on our students and their families. I'm grateful for the fist bumps, hugs, and head nods from our students. We won today!
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3 years
Where The Tradition Began!
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6 months
Today, our brilliant son will take the 3rd grade STAAR. There is nothing this test can tell me about his greatness or faults that I don't already know. However, we will have fun applying skills learned. We prayed, and he asked to wear his dad's cologne. "Smell good; do well!"
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3 years
Our first time at church since COVID.
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2 years
@blackboywrites My son......and we better pray and read a book. He doesn't care how far past bedtime we are, those 3 things WILL occur.
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3 years
Warm SkeeterNation welcome to our newest AP, Melissa McGee. She exemplifies many of the characteristics I want in a leader. She's an advocate for kids & teachers, passionate,intelligent, dependable,& a hard worker. Welcome to the team! @DemarcusHarri01 @CoachKBaker41
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6 years
Students I know you are enjoying summer but I want to give you advice that I wasnt given. If you can, seek out a master tradesman & work for them,even if it's for free. A person that can use their hands will never go broke and sets themselves up to be a business owner.
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9 years
Cant wait to see these guys play Rice. Jorian Clark and Destri White ... Terry and Poteet students together! http://t.co/0zhDcvzKFE
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I was told that Roosevelt is blessed to have me, but I needed Roosevelt more than it needed me. The kids and staff really surprised me this week with birthday celebrations. Making an old guy feel good. Excellence: BRICK BY BRICK
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7 years
One of my fav Vet pics. My Uncle Colonel Fletcher & 4 Star General Colin Powell during Operation Desert Storm.
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3 years
When the guys take bathroom selfies.... you hop in.
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Abram Joseph
3 years
When you come in as the new principal of a campus, you tend to get rid of old items your predecessor leaves behind. @GeraldSarpy , I'm going to keep and depend on this one. Thank you, brother. Every leader needs one. Heavy is the head that wears the crown.
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2 years
Who scored the only goal in the after-school soccer game? The 44yr old bald guy!
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Abram Joseph
3 years
Coaches the work you did was nothing short of remarkable... classroom to the field. I love you guys! Seniors yall put MHS back on the map. Most importantly, I enjoyed making memories with my lil man and seeing these three every Friday together. We Are SkeeterNation!
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It's hiring season! If you want that job, highlight your impact at the top. Coaches, mention how many kids you helped get into college, your wins/playoff pedigree,& character programs. You've worked too hard to get lost in the pile of emails. Hunt! Don't be the hunted.
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3 years
Cross town rivals but still family. @KoachV @kewashin77
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7 years
Happy Administrative Assistant Day! Im manning the front desk,disaster waiting to happen.We love our assistants,they really run the school.
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Abram Joseph
3 years
Olivia got accepted into @GSU_TIGERS @GSU_TIGERS and ran up to me to share the news. You see my smile? #Gramfam She also shares her name with my deceased sister and grandmother.
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3 years
No joke. One of my favorite highlights of Friday night football and all sporting events, is seeing coaches wives come down with their kids to embrace their mates after the game. Happy Coaches Day again and tell your wives I recognize their sacrifice!
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6 years
#TABSE2019 Superintendents. Inspiration!
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3 years
Tons of pics were taken of THE SkeeterNation feeder group serving; however, this pic means most to me.These Queens volunteered along side their mom & dad the ENTIRE time. When adults accidently left bottles behind, they silently picked up after them. Our families sacrifice too!
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I went to Mesquite ISD's convocation and saw many educators, former parents, and students I've encountered over my 18 yr career. After each hug and congrats, I heard, "I'm praying for you." They have no idea how much those sentiments mean to me. #smalltownboylivingadream
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3 days after the storm, I was looking for my dad. I knew he was alive, but my immediate family couldn't get to him bc roads are shut down & no cell service. I reached out on fb for help, & this was the response. 77 year old man with an amazing heart. If I could be like George!
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Thank you @DemarcusHarri01 @JasperCoach @CoachKBaker41 @Skeetervb for serving our custodians and security guards today. You exemplified @mesquiteisdtx core value of people first. Oh I love seeing the wives and kids helping out. @KodyGroves
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3 years
It's College Week at THE Mesquite High School, but just as important, it's National HBCU week. It's a Different World than where you come from!
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2 years
Kongrats Cam, coaches, and family.
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3 years
3 MISD employees just being soccer dads. Excuse Kody's hat.
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VELTNATION
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2 months
Happy Birthday, Mr. President. It was my dad's dream to meet you. @BarackObama
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9 years
Young man's eye was closed during the gm.Got back in & fought.After,he picked up his hammer and hug his coach. Hogs!
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So if your kids love soccer and you don't have a ball, you use a Gatorade bottle. Yes, the student in the wheelchair played ,too. He is actually pretty good. They are always amazed when I join in and notice my footwork. I practice soccer 5 days a week. #Soccerdad . Brick by Brick
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When I dreamed of being a principal I promised myself that I would be intentional about celebrating all cultures. Today we ensured that students knew the value of Latino Americans. Thank you panelist for touching our students' lives.
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Excited to represent @mesquiteisdtx and Mesquite Academy at the Navy Education Tour in Jacksonville Florida. Nine educators were selected from TX & OK. Our goal is to become abreast to the Navy's offerings and share with our students. We visited sub &carriers. No pics of the sub!
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3 years
Happy King Day!
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3 years
I really appreciate our athletic director, @DemarcusHarri01 , for coming out to Ennis to support MHS's tennis team on the day of a big football game. The kids and coaches really appreciate it.
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4 years
I just thank the Lord for giving me the chance to love this little boy. That's my baby!
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4 years
Today marks the beginning of Black History Month. I am highlighting the 2 million people who went home to celebrate the "Year of Return" for Blacks across the world that highlighted the first stolen persons to be brought to Jamestown, Virginia. 1619...Never Forget!
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8 years
When an admin and police officer do a poor job of coaching. We should probably stick to the TEKS and penal codes.
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5 years
Today was a big day for @AcademyMesquite and @mesquiteisdtx . We've had a student from all 5 high schools to complete their course work. The ribbons they weaved, represent their home school! Do you hear the angels rejoicing? #_DetermineYourDestiny
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4 years
One of the greatest days of my life. Representation matters.
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1 year
New teachers reported today. Our goal was to coach them on effective systems. They discussed classroom systems, modeled their system, & received feedback. We don't want the "1st day of school" be the "1st day of school." They also received 3 hours to work. #MustangStandard
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