The first ever Writing Our Lives-Bridgeport conference held yesterday at the Dolan School of Business was a tremendous success. Much is owed to Bank of America for providing funding to sponsor the program where professional writers of all walks of life worked with 8th-12th graders from Bridgeport City Schools. A tremendous applause is due to Alisha Smith, Gear Up, and her amazing ability to coordinate and motivate youth. We had 115 students in attendance and ran out of writer's notebooks (almost ran out of food).
The highlight of the day, however, was Mr. Kwame Alexander. He is the man and I couldn't be prouder of having him work with students in Connecticut.
The highlight of the day, however, was Mr. Kwame Alexander. He is the man and I couldn't be prouder of having him work with students in Connecticut.
Alexander stole the show with his personality, his poetry, his liveliness, his narrations, his superb storytelling, and his creativity. He will be a difficult act to follow in future years.
Even so, I'm happy that we began this event in Connecticut with him. The entire day was superb! Yes, Lois, you did a fantastic job.
I'm glad you began your event with Mr. Alexander as well. I've been following him for 8 years and the funny/scary thing is: He's just getting started! Congrats to you all and the young people on a successful event.
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