Meeting an Old Friend for the First Time

What a great surprise. I finally met Jesse Weisz from GEEO for the first time face-to-face. We have communicated via email and by phone for the last five years. As executive director of GEEO, he helps teachers travel around the world and bring that experience back into their classrooms. 

Time for a Little Sightseeing

As I was writing the last post, several of the other TGC fellows invited me to join them for a bit of sightseeing.  The picture above shows a reflection of the Washington Monument on the Vietnam Memorial.  There was a bit of chill in the air as we walked by these and other famous sights in our Nation's capitol.  We got back just in time for the Welcoming reception. where I met even more of my fellow educators preparing to venture off to all parts of the world.

First Day in Washington DC

Ms Neely and I flew from Dallas to Washington DC this morning. I'm meeting many of the other TGC Fellows as we all arrive at the Washington Court Hotel and register for the symposium.

Getting Ready for Washington D.C.

Time is going fast.  We are just a couple weeks away from the symposium in Washington DC.  Ms. Neely will be traveling with me for the three days.  We are both excited about the trip. We've both been to the capital before but, there's always lots to see and do in There. Most of our time will be occupied with the symposium itself but, well also get in a little sightseeing. For me, it will also be fun meeting the other educators I will be traveling with to Morocco.

I am also getting ready for a webinar on February 10th for the Morocco group. I'm sure the webinar will tell me more about what I can expect in both Washington and Morocco. 

Play It Again Sam

It looks like I'll be going to Morocco in March.  I was very fortunate to receive an IREX Fellowship from the United States Department of State's Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs.  As part of this fellowship, I have completed their TGC course that addresses the global competencies required for success in today's global society.

Before I leave for Morocco, I will also be attending a Symposium in Washington D.C.  There I will meet a delegation of other U.S. educators who will be traveling with me to Morocco.  I also hope to learn more about my activities in Morocco at that time.

So, I invite you to follow me on my next great adventure in Morocco (via Washington D.C.) and if you have any questions or comments please post them in this blog so that we can share our thoughts with everyone.