About Me

About Me

Sep 2, 2024 | About Me

Here’s a recent bio that was written for me… A veteran educator, Vince DeMiero currently serves on the Board of the Washington Journalism Education Association and was president from 2008 to 2012. As an instructor and adviser at Mountlake Terrace High School...
“The Scarlet Ibis” by James Hurst

“The Scarlet Ibis” by James Hurst

May 8, 2024 | E9 Honors, English 9

Explore the Depths of “The Scarlet Ibis” Unveiling “The Scarlet Ibis” Dive into the complexities and emotional depth of James Hurst’s “The Scarlet Ibis” with this comprehensive guide. Summary and Analysis Understanding “The Scarlet Ibis” “The Scarlet Ibis” by James...
“Secondhand Lions” and “The Secret Lion”

“Secondhand Lions” and “The Secret Lion”

Feb 13, 2023 | E9 Honors, English 9

“The Secret Lion” Author Alberto Álvaro Ríos tells this wonderfully conversational coming of age tale that is somewhat autobiographical. Ríos is an educator and an author, too, and still actively involved in the academic community. Check out his Web page: • Alberto...
Have you planted “Marigolds”?

Have you planted “Marigolds”?

Jan 23, 2023 | E9 Honors, English 9

Eugenia Collier’s short story challenges us to think about that moment when we transition from youth to adulthood. It’s clear that her narrator has thought about this deeply, and only after several years has she been able to put her thoughts and experiences into...
“The Door”

“The Door”

Jan 10, 2023 | English 9, Film Analysis

THE DOOR - Short Film from Octagon Films on Vimeo.added by Louise Curran Producer The Door “The Door” This film, by Juanita Wilson, is a powerful tribute to one family’s tragic experience following the Chernobyl nuclear accident that occurred in 1986 in what was...