When a student is interested enough in what is before him, he can rise to that level. Gilder found a book that sparked him and hasn't put it down. He even read it while fishing over the weekend. White to Bronze in one week; that's five levels! Unreal American Reading #WhyITeach

What a powerful statement of gratitude.

What truly makes our country great is its diversity. I’ve seen that beauty in so many ways over the years. Whether we are born here or seek refuge here, there’s a place for us all. We must remember it’s not my America or your America. It’s our America.

Yesterday was the #bestdayever for this dad, @shawnlreed1973. So proud of this brave girl for taking big steps back to the best guy I know. Lots of emotions. All of them good. Hearts are full.

Building English literacy from the ground up. So proud of my little leaders and learners! American Reading #ESL #literacy

I say every day that I have the best and most rewarding job on the planet. Today two of my LEP students surprised me with something made just for me. They designed and made a table in welding class and they did a great job! I am so proud. Shawn Reed

Thank you Mr. Reed and senior Martin Orozco for your Algebra knowledge and help with our EL STAAR Alg I Review. Mondays: Alg I Tuesdays: Bio Wednesdays: US Hist. Shawn Reed

Where are you sheltered in place right now? My cell mates, Charley and Hondo don’t seem to mind. We can do this ! #ItsNotAboutYou #springer #poodle #COVID2019

Two of these young men are two of my ELs! I love seeing my kids shine for others. I am so proud of these boys!! ♥️ #ELL BTW, Happy Birthday, Mr. Reed! 😍

These grills are so nice! Shawn Reed

One of my favorite people. I’m so proud of you, Cris!!

Awww!!! Our sweet Charley was a star today! Shawn Reed

The reading teacher in me loves this so much!!! Salt & Straw, a West Coast ice cream chain features a Rad Readers Series of flavors inspired by children’s books. This one is a combination of caramel, Parmesan, cheesecake, and buttery crackers. ❤️❤️ #icecream #readingiscool

Today is math day at the MFHS Newcomer Center!! Thank God for the veteran EBs who are helping tutor their new friends, because NO ONE wants me teaching math! My old-school form was quickly corrected. 🤣 ❤️my EBs #NewcomerCenter

Room 418 is having the most fun with Hispanic Heritage Month and we have a new pet! Meet Felix el Burrito! #HispanicHeritageMonth

MFHS Newcomer Center students and Felix El Burrito displaying the flags of their home countries (along with a few others) to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. #HispanicHeritageMonth Marble Falls ISD MFISD BIL/ESL Programs

A HUGE THANK YOU to the Marble Falls Education Foundation and Marble Falls Chicken Express for the grant that will fund our MFHS Proyecto Metas. Our goal is to empower and motivate EB students to succeed beyond high school. MFISD BIL/ESL Programs Marble Falls Education Foundation