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First Grade Goes Pink and Green: A Wicked Christmas Kindness Mission
January 21, 2026January 21, 2026

What began as an inspiring email from Wendy King at the start of December—challenging us to find “Wicked-inspired” acts of kindness—blossomed into a full-scale mission for our first-grade classrooms. To bring the world of Oz to life for our youngest learners, we used a blend of AI-assisted lesson planning and creative design. Our “firsties” didn’t…

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Spreading Christmas Cheer: Christmas Cards Come Back to Life in Resource ELA
January 21, 2026January 22, 2026

In Mrs. Russell’s Resource ELA classes at Bell County High School, students recently took a joyful step back in time while reading several nonfiction articles about Christmas traditions from years ago. They explored how families once celebrated the season through homemade decorations, simple gifts, and classic holiday foods. While each tradition sparked curiosity, one stood…

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