Folks have been messaging me asking about what I will be doing in Morocco, so, here's what I know so far. I have accepted the position of learning resource specialist in the lower school at George Washington Academy. I will also be the department chair, overseeing ESL, reading and special education in general. My focus will change from Middle School (my Canterbury experience) to Lower School (as I begin my new position at GWA in August). The school will be looking to me to determine the best direction in which to take the school regarding its learning resource program.
A little about the school . . . GWA is located in Casablanca and is a PreK-12 accredited private American school. The school has been open since 1998 and, although the school is trilingual (Arabic, French and English), most classes are taught in English beginning in the 2nd grade. The student body includes many Moroccans (60% or so), those from the United States (20%), as well as children from other parts of the world (20%). They are immersed in the English language at every grade level, although younger children learn literacy in French (for many, this is the language they hear at home.) High school aged students can opt for AP and advance classes, and all students study both US and Moroccan history and culture. In addition, the kids have opportunities for many extra-curricular activities including sports, clubs, music and drama.
I can't wait to get on campus! أنا لا يمكن أن يوصل
