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Thanksgiving: For the Time as a Teacher to (Finally) Rest and for Time Well Spent

When I chose to accept my place as an ACE Teaching Fellow, I was a 22-year-old liberal arts major who had really no idea what he wanted to do with...

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Tyler Johnson presenting in ACE Summer class

Teaching Confidential: Adventures in the Pedagogical Underbelly

In 2000, chef and television star Anthony Bourdain’s first book, Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly, was published and beloved by many, topping the New York Times’ nonfiction bestseller...

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Cup of Joe: Thanksgiving Traditions

In this episode of Cup of Joe, Fr. Joe Carey, CSC and Maggie Cahill share their Thanksgiving traditions, expressing gratitude for good food and great company.

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Cup of Joe: Called By Name

In this episode of Cup of Joe, Fr. Joe Carey, CSC and Maggie Cahill reflect on sharing God's love, whether that be by calling students by name or taking time...

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Happy Worship Wednesday!

“Happy Worship Wednesday!” the words I begin MOST Wednesdays with (barring any technical difficulties) before I play a few minutes of Gospel or worship music. As the song starts, my...

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Cup of Joe: Growing From Mistakes

In this episode of Cup of Joe, Fr. Joe Carey, CSC and Maggie Cahill share mistakes they made and how learning to approach those situations with love and care allowed...

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Cup of Joe: Why We Love Our Jobs

In this episode of Cup of Joe, Fr. Joe Carey, CSC and Maggie Cahill discuss the reasons why they love working for ACE Teaching Fellows.

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Brick by Brick: The Path Forward

Picture this: your best friend’s mother gets you a summer job at an enrichment program. You’re 17 years old, with no prior work or teaching experience. Growing up you’ve never...

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Cup of Joe: Supporting ACE Communities

In this episode of Cup of Joe, Fr. Joe Carey, CSC and Maggie Cahill discuss how the Teaching Fellows team supports ACE Communities, through in-person site visits and prayers from...