The Difference is You Written by Terry Ann Williams-RichardCopyright December 15, 2017 This poem was written as a special dedication to you, my gifted, committed, and hard-working colleagues. Thank you! You make a difference daily in the lives of children and their families,Your students are reading, writing, computing, and believing in possibilities.Yes, they can meet…
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My Kids
By Terry Ann Williams-Richard SPECIAL NOTE: I’m dedicating this poem to my fellow educators during Teacher Appreciation Week 2021. Our kids are our heart and at the core of what we do and why we do it. Keep reaching and teaching! Choosing to reach and teach our futureI call them my kidsThe young minds that…
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How My Book Just Call Me Scholar Was Born
Written & Read By Terry Ann Williams-Richard Everything is always working out for me, is one of my favorite affirmations. The creation of my book Just Call Me Scholar is an excellent manifestation of Everything is always working out for me. Everything is always working out for me. As a Contributing Writer for The African-American…
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It’s Not All About the “Big Four”
By Dr. Kimberly Porter, Guest Blogger A few years ago, I was an English/Language Arts teacher at an urban charter school in Columbus, Ohio. This school was created for students who needed to catch up on credits to graduate, and/or who did not do well socially in the traditional school setting. They ranged in age…
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Your Vision Can Be Your Reality
By Terry Ann Williams-Richard The new year has arrived. Go ahead grab a piece of paper and a pen or pencil. Set a timer and then write for five minutes. Write down the details of how you want your life to be; what you want to do for fun and to earn a living; where…
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Join me for a conversation with Ashley Aya Ferguson, Author, who has experienced transformation through her love for writing, telling stories, and living her dream of becoming a published author. Hear more about Ashley’s journey as she spreads the message of never giving up.
Read MoreTenacity Talks Podcast 11-16-2020
Join me for a conversation with Lauren Nance, owner of Nance Communications, LLC., who has experienced transformation while doing and being in business for nearly 30 years. Hear more about Lauren’s journey as she spreads the message that yes, you can start or build a business even in a pandemic.
Read MoreTenacity Talks Podcast 11-9-2020
Join me for a conversation with Deborah Samuels as she tells the story of living the dream she had since she was 15-years old. Hear how Deborah experienced transformation from a young girl, to a mother of 5, from an award-winning grant-writer helping others fund their projects and visions to taking her turn now.
Read MoreTenacity Talks Podcast 11-3-2020
Join me for a conversation with Jackie Clark an aspiring 1st time author. Hear how Jackie experienced transformation from not quite thinking she could do it to living a daily adventure she now enjoys.
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God Is Waiting on Youby Terry Ann Williams-Richard I’m waiting on God is somethingI hear much too oftenAnd decided to drop it from myvocabulary after a more soberinganalysisI realize God is waiting on usGod is waiting on meGod is waiting on youThrough His Holy Word He hasMade His presence clearHe has made His promises knownHe…
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