Welcome to Jessyca's Page!
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"Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year, it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble."
-John Lewis Greetings! Welcome to my page! I hope you find the resources you need to move forward in making good trouble in education, writing, and society! I hope to help young people become world changers with my work and inspire educators to move forward in anti-bias, anti-racist, and revolutionist education. Take John Lewis's quote to heart, and begin to take steps to make this world a better place. Much Love, Peace, and Honor to You! Jes |
Jessyca's Upcoming Keynote:
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Jessyca was featured on The Hero Round Table! Click the image to watch her talk!
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2019-2020 Michigan Region 5 Teacher of the Year | 2018 Michigan Secondary English Teacher of the Year | 2018 National Council of Teachers of English Teacher of Excellence Award Winner | 2018 Samford Award Winner | 2017 National Education Association Social Justice Activist of the Year-Finalist | Racial, Environmental & Institutional Activist | Writer of books, poetry, and essays for the Washington Post| Speaker of Truth in Time Magazine, USA Today, MSNBC and NPR |
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Jessyca's Featured Essay in McSweeney's
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Jessyca's Featured Essay in The Washington Post |
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I’ve done everything for you, but you keep begging for more.
Society, I’ve dedicated decades of my life to educating your children. In mid-May 2000, I proudly finished my first degree and months later began my journey into education. I walked into that space, thinking of all the ways I would enlighten young minds. I wanted so badly to be that teacher that would change lives... Click here to read more! |
The massive rumbles of thunder surprise me from my sleep. With heart racing, I turn over to look at the time. It’s only 4:30 a.m. I could try to sleep for another hour and a half, but my mind has other plans. As I sit up and look out the window, I gaze at the dark, mysterious sky.
I am exhausted, but I must start my day because it is time for the inevitable. I must report to the Factory today. Click here to read more! |
Click to find information on Jessyca's Publications!
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