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"There is a great blog post from Mi Casa about their experience at this CLE and information about the work they are doing with schools in the Denver area.  Check it out…"
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CENTRAL TEXAS CLE

On Jan. 5 - 8, 2012, the CLE will convene in San Marcos, Texas, to engage in conversation about the politics of education and community development. This CLE will revisit the historical context of Central Texas, its contribution to the national consciousness and political ethos through its most recognizable citizen, President Lyndon B. Johnson. Within this context, participants will discuss how their own stories are connected to building sustainable and healthy communities. Those personal…See More
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CENTRAL TEXAS CLE

On Jan. 5 - 8, 2012, the CLE will convene in San Marcos, Texas, to engage in conversation about the politics of education and community development. This CLE will revisit the historical context of Central Texas, its contribution to the national consciousness and political ethos through its most recognizable citizen, President Lyndon B. Johnson. Within this context, participants will discuss how their own stories are connected to building sustainable and healthy communities. Those personal…See More
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Central Texas CLE

"The Local #206 hard at work!"
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"Yeah...it's game on!"
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"Awesome work fella!  Hope to see you soon and let me know how I can help y'all in any way!"
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Profile Information

What organizations are you associated with?
e4 Educational Consulting
Wordcraft Circle of Native Writers and Storytellers
Affiliated Web sites
www.wordcraftcircle.org
Brief bio--What are you passionate about?
Poetry and activism, stories and adventures, music and magic...these are the things of life!

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LIVE BLOGGING FROM THE CENTRAL TEXAS CLE - PART 3

Posted on January 8, 2012 at 10:20am 0 Comments

FINAL EDITION

And it's all over but the shouting!

What an amazing event!  Sorry for not getting back to blogging yesterday, was tied up with all the amazing travel and experiences.  Sometimes you have to take off your writers hat and settle down as a participant.

So here we are: Sunday morning.  Seeing people back to the airport, saying goodbye, planning for the next one.

Yesterday, we had some incredible site visits in San Marcos and Austin.  Folks got the chance…

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LIVE BLOGGING FROM THE CENTRAL TEXAS CLE - Part 2

Posted on January 6, 2012 at 10:47am 1 Comment

Day Two

Begins with a breakfast taco and set up for the day.  

Last night we had an amazing evening and it was great to see everyone talking and connecting even after the event.  A few teams hit the town, some headed back to the hotel.  Our local team closed up shop and debriefed about the day.

Sunrise this morning was excellent and I am anticipating a beautiful day to continue the work.

This morning we outlined the process and set the space.  Dale and Monica…

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LIVE BLOGGING FROM THE CENTRAL TEXAS CLE

Posted on January 5, 2012 at 6:21pm 0 Comments

Night One

 

Here we are.  An amazingly beautiful evening in San Marcos, Texas.  Right on the main square.

 

After several months of planning and one hectic afternoon, we kick off the Central Texas CLE with a wonderful group of people from all across the country.  This gathering we are representing 14 different sites and over 65 people.  Some old friends, some new faces.  Everyone here to experience and learn from one another.

 

That is what we must…

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At Last: The Good Story Poem

Posted on March 24, 2011 at 12:21pm 3 Comments

Howdy All, so it's been forever and a day and I have been sitting on this poem and continually forgetting to post this.  From our gathering in Utah in October, the poem - A Good Story.  Thanks to all of you for your patience! :)

 

A GOOD STORY

by Lee Francis IV

 

 

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It is the story of stories

the poem, the song

the wisdom of family…

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At 11:15am on January 8, 2012, Kurt Kunkel said…

Thanks Lee,

I look forward to hearing all about Dena's experience down there with all of you.

Thanks again,

Kurt

At 7:41pm on October 11, 2010, Darlene Waseta said…
Let me look at my calendar tomorrow and I will let you know.
At 1:44pm on October 3, 2010, Darlene Waseta said…
Hi Lee,
thank you for coming with me to Utah. You are awesome and I can't wait to collaborations to come! Keep strong.
At 12:42pm on October 3, 2010, jim anderson said…
connecting with pleasure...more later!
 
 
 

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