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Dorcas Dunlap-Jackson: Driving Excellence at JL Everhart Elementary

By Joycelyne Fadojutimi Dorcas Dunlap-Jackson, M.Ed., has dedicated over 25 years to the children of Longview, walking every path in education from Instructional Assistant to Principal—all within Longview ISD. A proud Longview High School alumna, she earned her BAAS from Stephen F. Austin State University and her M.Ed. from University of Texas at Arlington. Today, […]

Dara Brazille: Growing Curiosity, Shaping Futures 

By: JOYCELYNE FADOJUTIMI Dara Brazile is the Academic Dean and IB PYP Coordinator at East Texas Montessori Primary Academy, ETMPA.  She has 35 years in education, including four years leading the IB PYP program.   Instructional Priorities Her current focus is ensuring every classroom reflects Montessori principles while meeting state standards. With teachers at various stages of Montessori training, she prioritizes:  Supporting Teachers She supports teachers through coaching, modeling, and collaborative planning:  Assessing Student Progress Beyond […]