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Dicy McCullough
Dicy McCullough is a retired teacher and author of children's books. To learn more, check out her website at www.dicymcculloughbooks.Dicy Mccullough’s Books
Category Archives: Teachers
Favorite #88: Communities in Schools
Meeting the Needs of Children Communities in Schools is a wonderful resource for providing opportunities and programs some children might not otherwise experience. A partnership, this far reaching program serves students throughout the nation in approximately 27 states. Assisting students in becoming the best they can … Continue reading
Favorite #84: Rocky River Elementary School
Creative Ways of Learning Rocky River Elementary School in Mooresville, NC is one of those schools where you feel welcome the minute you enter the door. Perhaps the bright and colorful halls contribute to that perception, but mostly it’s the bright and … Continue reading
Favorite # 78:Abbi Heilig, teacher, volunteer, adventurer
Following Passion and Dreams Have you ever longed to quit your job and travel the world? Although most of us don’t have the means or opportunity, I know someone who did just that. Abbi Heilig had aspirations of climbing the … Continue reading
Favorite #75: Renewed Friendships
Memories So Sweet New Year’s Day for many often brings thoughts of resolutions and change. For others, thoughts of “old acquaintances” and long ago relationships come to mind. Although New Year nostalgia can inspire a desire to rekindle past relationships, other events such … Continue reading
Favorite #73: First-Grade Teachers at Woodleaf Elementary School
Innovative Teaching Teachers have so many duties these days it almost makes your head spin to think about it. Always looking for ideas to inspire students and improve achievement, they get excited when seeing positive results from their efforts. Looking for an idea last … Continue reading
Favorite # 72: Salem Lutheran Preschool
Salem Lutheran Preschool Looking back when my two daughters were growing up, I remember many milestones, with one of those being their first day of preschool. After checking out different programs in the community, I choose a church preschool and was excited to know my daughters … Continue reading
Favorite #70: Writer, Blogger, Friend, Katrena Allison
Connecting through Writing While it’s true we should be thankful all year long, Thanksgiving provides the opportunity to reflect on our many blessings, surrounded by family and friends. I’m especially thankful for friends like Katrena Allison, who are always looking for ways to help others. As a little … Continue reading
Favorite #68: Teachers Making a Difference
Making a Difference In honor of Veterans Day, last week I shared about a friend of mine (Bob Terry) who after twenty years in the military became a fifth grade teacher. Last week’s blog centered around his Navy career. This week’s … Continue reading
Favorite # 67: Veterans
Honor and Respect In honor of Veterans Day, my desire is to highlight in this blog the respect due those who have served in the military protecting the freedoms of our country. My dad, a WWII Veteran, served in Germany and landed on … Continue reading
Favorite #63: Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators
SCBWI: (Carolina’s Chapter) If you enjoy writing or illustrating children’s picture books, chapter books or novels, then I highly suggest you join the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. Living in Piedmont, North Carolina, I didn’t have far to travel to the SCBWI … Continue reading