Around the World in 31 Days
ERG was all over the place this month — in a good way! Here is a quick recap of just some of our travels in case you missed anything on social media.
Who: Victoria Brownlee
Where: Sydney, Australia
What: Keynote at the ACEL 2019 Conference
Fun Fact: Victoria had Kangaroo Kabobs one evening at dinner. She said they taste similar to steak!
Who: Hannah Reeder
Where: Taichung, Taiwan
What: Two day conference on Sue Brookhart’s Design for Classroom Assessment
Fun Fact: Hannah is an avid traveler and said Taiwan is one of the most beautiful places she has ever seen!
Who: April Greenwood
Where: Tillamook, Oregon
What: Workshop on Giving Effective Feedback
Fun Fact: Tillamook is famous for cheese and ice cream. After learning about it, we realized we can support Tillamook right here in North Carolina since their products are in our stores!
Who: Melissa McKinney Cunane
Where: Tokyo, Japan
What: Giving Effective Feedback workshop, followed by two days of grade level planning sessions
Fun Fact: While in Japan, Melissa experienced a typhoon and there was also an earthquake in the region. Thank goodness neither one dampened her spirits or experience!
Who: Beth Pesnell
Where: Belmar, New Jersey
What: Guided Math training with a group of teachers from several area districts
Fun Fact: Melissa was in a nearby town at the same time and they were able to meet for dinner — then, Hope and Melissa were on the same flight home!
Who: Melissa Rareshide
Where: Oconee County, South Carolina
What: Small group Guided Math demonstration lessons
Fun Fact: Oconee County borders Lake Keowee and Melissa was able to enjoy the scenery while there.
Thanks Melissa for all of your wisdom! Manchester is better for it!