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Dr. Avis Williams: Spring is in the air

Yes, we are rapidly approaching the official start of spring.  I say this even as we are reeling ...

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Dr. Avis Williams: I love literacy

Did you know that reading is a great way to reduce stress?  It’s true.  Through reading, your brain can ...

Opinion

Real-life super heroes

October is a busy month.  In addition to many other important recognitions, it is also a time to ...

Opinion

Prevent bullying: Just be kind

During the month of October, Team Selma will join districts and communities across the nation that take time ...

Opinion

COLUMN: One team, one voice: Committed to excellence

Last week Team Selma held our Leadership Institute.  Our theme for the year is One Team, One Voice: ...

Opinion

Chat and chew with Dr. Williams

I can hardly believe it’s July already.  Summer is zooming by and Team Selma is actively preparing for the ...

Opinion

Why I love summer

Growing up, for many years, summer was my favorite season and the best time of year to be ...

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School is over but learning continues

Last week all of our local schools completed the 2018-2019 school year.  There were many sighs of relief ...

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Amazing partnerships

Team Selma is blessed with some truly phenomenal partnerships.  From restaurants to flower shops and even our local ...

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Why are our schools so segregated?

In 1954 the landmark case, Brown v. Board of Education, the United States Supreme Court ruled that it ...

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Lifelong learner: not just a catch phrase

Oftentimes school districts tout as their mission or goal “to develop lifelong learners”.  From my experience, as educators, ...

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Early graduation? Why not!

Last week at the Selma City Schools Board of Education meeting, our board approved an Early Graduation policy ...

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Saints Pride

When I assumed the role as lead learner for Selma City Schools, I envisioned the entire community rallying ...

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School discipline with dignity?

Have you visited a Selma City School lately? Or maybe you have a child or other relative in ...

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The problem with zero tolerance

Ask anyone about what’s most important for schools to be considered “good” and student safety is sure to ...

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