PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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“A key to growing as a teacher is to keep company mainly with teachers who uplift you, whose presence inspires you, and whose dedication drives you.” – Robert John Meehan

Commitment to Professional Growth
As a dedicated educator and literacy consultant, Shawnette Brown believes in the power of continuous learning. Her commitment to professional development ensures she remains at the forefront of best practices in education, literacy, and instructional leadership. Through rigorous training, global experiences, and collaborative learning, she actively enhances her ability to support students, educators, and school communities.

I had to give God praise for the opportunity to extend my trip. I spent a couple of days in the beautiful city of Cusco, Peru, and took a couple of informative bus tours. I was able to learn about the history, culture, and people. I also visited a Wonder of the WorldMachu Picchu. Standing at Machu Picchu, surrounded by mist-draped peaks and ancient stone terraces, felt like stepping into a dream carved from history and sky. The sheer scale and serenity of the Incan citadel, perched nearly 8,000 feet above sea level, was breathtaking, with every view offering a moment of awe and reflection. As the sun rose and lit the ruins in golden light, it was impossible not to feel humbled by the beauty, mystery, and enduring spirit of this sacred place.

​I started 2025 strong! The Ecology School in Saco, Maine, hosted its annual Teacher Institute Winter Weekend: Invigorating Outdoor Learning in January, which was joyful and precisely what I needed! This immersive professional development retreat was designed for educators to experience and design year-round outdoor learning opportunities. Participants engaged in winter ecology sessions, curriculum design workshops, and discussions with teacher ambassadors who had actively implemented outdoor learning in their classrooms. The weekend also offered time to enjoy the scenic River Bend Farm landscape, with accommodations in sustainably built dormitories and meals prepared from scratch. What a fantastic time I had! Take a look for yourself! Teacher Institute Winter Weekend Album