CENTREVILLE— This January, ArtScene | The Podcast celebrates Supervisors of Instruction with an inspiring opening episode featuring Bridget Passyn, Supervisor of Reading and English Language Arts for grades 3-12 in Queen Anne’s County Public Schools. Bridget shares her journey from growing up in a family of educators to becoming a leader passionate about literacy, instructional coaching, and making meaningful connections with students and teachers.
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Reflecting on her passion for teaching, Bridget says, “Teaching has always been a vocation for me. Whether it’s coaching teachers or guiding students, my goal has always been to make an impact, one story at a time.”
One of those powerfully moving stories includes Josh Ring, a former student who credited her with saving his life. Bridget also shares a touching tribute to her late father, whose Irish heritage, wit, and love of storytelling deeply shaped her life and work.
While highlighting her commitment to ensuring all students have access to diverse, contemporary books, Bridget also shares insights into recent cross-curricular collaborations, such as the Upper Shore Literacy Chapter Bookmark Art Contest with Fine Arts Supervisor Michael Bell, which blends art and literature to ignite student creativity. Her passion for coaching also shines through as she reflects on empowering teachers to create engaging and impactful learning experiences.
Bridget’s story is a testament to the transformative power of education and the lasting impact of dedicated teachers and leaders. Tune in to ArtScene | The Podcast for a heartfelt and inspiring start to the New Year!
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