WW's Literacy Timeline

  • Mother and Great-Grandmother read Bible to us every day

    Mother and Great-Grandmother read Bible to us every day
    My family went to church on a regular basis, and the Bible was the primary book in our home. They also prayed with us each night.
  • Teacher read Nursery Rhymes

    Teacher read Nursery Rhymes
    Jack and Jill, Humpty Dumpty, Baa Baa Black Sheep, Hey Diddle Diddle
  • Teacher read picture books

    Teacher read picture books
    Little Red Riding Hood, Three Little Bears, Jack & The Beanstalk
  • 3rd grade- Watched Sesame Street & Electric Company

    3rd grade- Watched Sesame Street & Electric Company
    These shows were instrumental in helping me with grammar and spelling. I watched them after school every day. Lots of fun!
  • 5th grade- 1st library book: Charlotte's Web

    5th grade- 1st library book: Charlotte's Web
    I had to do my first book report and it was hard. I was a good reader, but my comprehension was a little slow. :-(
  • Received my 1st Bible

    Received my 1st Bible
    I was baptized on this day and was given a Bible and certificate of baptism.
  • 1st set of Encyclopedia

    1st set of Encyclopedia
    My mother didn't have time to take us to the public library due to her work schedule, therefore she bought us a set of encyclopedia to help with our homework.
  • Started watching sitcoms on TV

    Started watching sitcoms on TV
    Favorite sitcoms were: I Love Lucy, Good Times, All in the Family, Mary Tyler Moore, and Sanford and Son.
  • Started reading to my one year old daughter

    Started reading to my one year old daughter
    I was reading to her before she was born, but became an avid reader to her at this time.
  • Enrolled in Ministry School at my church

    Enrolled in Ministry School at my church
    Strted reading the Bible more in depth after entering Ministry School; Became a licensed Minister in 2009.
  • Enrolled in Tarrant County College

    Enrolled in Tarrant County College
    Began my first Speech class on Saturdays; had to give three oral presentations in this class.
  • Earned AA degree in Teaching

    Earned AA degree in Teaching
    I was the first of my siblings to receive an Associate's degree. My mother came from Arkansas to celebrate with me! Hallelujah!
  • Enrolled at TWU. Denton to pursue a BS degree in EC-6 w/ ESL certification

    Enrolled at TWU. Denton to pursue a BS degree in EC-6 w/ ESL certification
    This is a tough journey, but I've been told that I can make it if I keep trying. I'm looking forward to helping the children reach their goals and be successful in learning and growing to be productive citizens.