Do You Like the Idea of Studying Abroad?

There is a quote that goes: “If you think education is expensive, try ignorance.”

I don't think education is expensive. I think it's priceless!

And you can' quote me on that.

I love the idea of education. I love the idea of formal education. I love the idea of higher education. If you had told me that I could attend school abroad in another country and pursue my education, I would have jumped at the chance. Alas! That chance was not afforded me.

But many others were given the opportunity and they embraced it. Those people are by our standards “successful” and well known. People like:

• Freddie Mercury (1946–1991) ~ (“Queen” lead singer, songwriter, and musician)
• Kerry Washington (1977 - ) ~ (actress aka “Olivia Pope”)
• Bill Murray (1950 - ) ~ (actor and comedian, “Saturday Night Live”, “Ghostbusters”)

There are lots more. If you're curious to know who they are you'll find quick summaries – names, some photographs, where they were born, and where they studied.

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Successful People Who Studied Abroad 

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I know the times are perilous with terrorist attacks and the dangers posed by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. But if you had the opportunity, would you like to study abroad.

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Women in Education: Edith Hamilton

Shining a spotlight on Edith Hamilton, honorary citizen of Athens, Greece, classical scholar and American educator.  Link to my Medium Publication Express Yourself! 

Women in Education: Edith Hamilton

Human-Interest Story: Refugees Given Hope

Kids in the film’s cast and crew live in a remote refugee camp, Kakuma Refugee Camp in Northern Kenya. They are waiting, to be resettled in the U.S., Australia, Canada or Europe. But IF peace and security return to their countries, they would like to go back home. They are called the Lost Boys of Sudan; but the "kids from different countries — Congo, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia, Burundi, Rwanda, Uganda — and religious backgrounds".

The camp was started in 1991. In 2011, a 19-year-old Congolese refugee named Jean Michelle Batakane had an opportunity to leave the camp and get an education. He returned to the camp and continued his education by educating others.   He was determined not only to put his new skills to use, but to give the kids living in the camp HOPE!

He used a camcorder, a laptop, and started offering courses to kids who wanted to learn film production. It's a wonderful story. Now the children who are refugees have dreams of a future.

Meet the Teenagers Who Started a Film ProductionStudio in Their Refugee Camp

A Salute to the Graduates of 2020! (And Beyond!)

In the USA, when you reach age 17 or18, you’re usually in 12th grade, which is your last year of high school. You’re a senior! It’s a pivotal moment of transition in life when you slide right into adulthood.


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But even though you are a “brand new adult”, if you were like me, you still didn’t have to pay the rent or face other responsibilities because …? Because you still live at home with your parents.


It has been decades. I graduated from high school in the 70s. But I can remember my high school graduation was a big deal! My mother, my aunts, my brothers, and sister attended the ceremony, took pictures, everybody was smiling and happy! I don’t remember getting any gifts. That’s OK. We weren’t that financially well off. It’s enough that I have good memories of that day. 



I even remember the summer after I graduated I didn’t even get a job. I just stayed at home the whole summer. My mom let me enjoy those last few months of freedom with no responsibility. Then when September came I registered to start classes at the university and life carried on, but … IN A MAJOR WAY. It was my first real step towards independence. Got checked into my dorm room, registered for classes, signed up for a part-time college work-study job, and there was no parent or teacher there nagging and telling me what to do. If something needed to be done, it was all on me!

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This post is inspired by the fact that my last child, my daughter, graduated from high school, Class of 2019. Woo Hoo! Her first year of college is not what she imagined.  This post is also dedicated to the high school graduating Class of 2020.  Because of the COVID-19 pandemic that transition for my daughter and for you has not exactly been smooth.  But the transition is happening.  Pandemic or no pandemic.  You're on the move now!

For each class of seniors, no matter what the year, it always takes me back to my own graduation ceremony.  I think I get more excited than the graduating class. Sharing some wise quotes to encourage all graduates and set them on the right path. Hoping and praying for your success!

“Stay on the course, never lose focus.”

In Hindi, they don’t say Congratulations! They say “Mujhe tum logo kiyadd bilkul nahi aayegi” which means “You’ve achieved success!”

“…Don’t wait for the future to change you, change your future.”

“If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.”

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“The road to success is complicated. Pedal away!” ~ #Wisewords for the #highschool #graduates : #Successquotes #Successtips #quotes #graduation ~ #Advice from Brandon Lobo aka lobobrandon ~ https://t.co/4rrPRVvjAg pic.twitter.com/WWIrE4pkSV

— Treathyl Fox (aka cmoneyspinner) ~ #Freelancer (@cmoneyspinner) February 22, 2019

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May 4 - 8 is Teacher Appreciation Week! October 5 is International Teachers Day!

Every day is a good day to honor a good teacher. AGREE? There are many days during the year dedicated to teacher appreciation. Pick one. Pick all!

Days set aside to honor teachers: 
May 3^rd is National Teacher Appreciation Day; and in fact, each year an entire week of this month is devoted to teacher appreciation.  

For 2020, May 4 - 8 is Teacher Appreciation Week.

World Teachers’ Day, also known as International Teachers Day, is held annually on October 5 since 1994, commemorates teacher organizations worldwide.

You can’t put a price tag on an excellent teacher that inspires you to achieve excellence. 

You can’t even say they are worth their weight in gold times 10 bazillion because that estimate would be far too low. I can’t speak for others but as for me, all of my teachers were a blessing and to this day, I am reaping the benefits from the education they gave me.

This is What a Teacher Does for You

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#TeacherAppreciationDay on Twitter

Sharing links to some of my old blog posts and articles which addressed the topic of education or teachers as my way of giving teachers all around a “digital hug”. 


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From DIE-ary to Diary and Beyond!

♦ One of my daughters recounts her 7th-grade experience with teachers. At least they cared enough to notice she was there. 

Unstoppable Me!: 10 Ways to Soar Through Life by Wayne Dyer

♦ A teacher for another one of my daughters recommended this book by Dr. Dyer, when she was in elementary school. It’s a cute poem that helps build a child’s self-esteem. It’s a good book if for no other reason than it uses the words “unstoppable” and “soar” in the title. 🙂 Published a review via HUBPages.

Create Your Own Rainbow and Own It!

♦ This article was published via HubPages and also featured at ManyStories.com.  It's about building self-esteem in children.  Teachers know all too well how important it is.

Successful People Who Studied Abroad

♦ Published this article via large and in Higher Education Revolution requested my permission to republish it. What an honor!


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This final link share is not mine but if we’re going to talk teacher we can not overlook the importance of the impact technology has on our education system.

During my childhood, the essentials to prepare you for life used to be the 3 Rs – reading, writing, and arithmetic. 

Now there are 3 Rs and 2 Cs. “C” for Coding and the other “C” for Cyber Security. No point denying it or ignoring it.

These are necessary skills that should be taught as a part of the educational curriculum for preparing a child to become a productive member of society and the workforce.

Check out some of the content curated at this Scoop.it topic channel.

21st Century Learning and Teaching

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Funny Quotes About Teachers

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Originally published at BlogJob.com, October 2017.

Get excited - National Teacher Appreciation Week starts MONDAY! How will you #ThankATeacher next week? We have a few ideas: https://t.co/LisjFQtWhb

— NEA (@NEAToday) May 2, 2020