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Making Space: Choosing Community Across Difference

When I started my time in ACE, I thought the greatest challenge would be in the classroom. And yes—lesson planning, grading, and managing a room full of teenage girls pushed...

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Sydney Brown (bottom left) with her students

Everybody is a Somebody: A Love Letter to A Little School On Plank Road

During my in-person interview for ACE, at the end of the session, my interviewers asked me if I had any questions. I asked, “How did you feel like ACE shaped...

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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...

Molly Schroeder class

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...