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With Nicaraguan roots and an American heart, I walk this journey grateful — carrying the dreams of freedom, justice, and inclusion wherever I go. 🇺🇸 This 4th of July, I honor not just a nation, but the vision it dares to live up to:

@angrydclobbyst @DCPoliceDept We understand the concerns. The walk is planned to minimize disruption and is based on nonviolent practices. For educators and students, it serves as experiential learning about peace, reflection, and global citizenship—something meant to be experienced, not just posted online.

⚠️ 9:15 AM UPDATE: The Walk for Peace is ahead of schedule and has already arrived at American University. Rolling closures highlighted below have lifted, but continue to expect heavy delays in the area.

@SocraticSand @DCPoliceDept We recognize different perspectives. In a global classroom context, the walk functions as experiential learning — a way to engage with peace, mindfulness, and nonviolent traditions beyond theory.

@DCPoliceDept What a waste of resources. Performative nonsense.

For over a century, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act has provided the foundation for our country’s bird conservation efforts. Take action to safeguard the MBTA for the future—Urge Congress to support the Migratory Bird Protection Act: bit.ly/4rfNgGl

World Migratory Bird Day reminds us: birds need safe spaces in our cities. By creating bird-friendly cities and communities, we can help protect biodiversity and the ecosystems that sustain us. 🌍💚 Learn more ➡️ worldmigratorybirdday.org

May we keep building the country we believe in.
Happy Independence Day. #FourthOfJuly #JusticeForAll #Fulbright #ProudOfMyRoots #AmericanByChoice #FromUruguayWithLove #FreedomWithPurpose

A land where all belong,
Where liberty is shared,
And where voices rise not in uniformity, but in harmony. This photo was taken in Uruguay, where I recently served as a Fulbright Teacher — a reminder that the ideals we cherish have no borders, only bridges.

With Nicaraguan roots and an American heart, I walk this journey grateful — carrying the dreams of freedom, justice, and inclusion wherever I go. 🇺🇸 This 4th of July, I honor not just a nation, but the vision it dares to live up to:

@ODU Congratulations!!!🎉🎈🎊

Join us in celebrating the first anniversary of the transformative integration of then-Eastern Virginia Medical School into Old Dominion University and the launch of Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University!

7/ This journey has been truly transformative. ¡Gracias, Uruguay! Thank you, Fulbright, for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. 💙🇺🇾🇺🇸 #FromUruguayWithLove #GratefulEducator

6/ On June 25, we flew through Brazil and made our way home—to Atlanta, then Virginia—filled with memories, inspiration, and a deeper sense of global community. #TeacherExchange #FulbrightUruguay

1/ June 23–25 marked the end of an unforgettable Fulbright journey in Uruguay. Each group—Salto, Rivera, Minas & Maldonado—shared moving presentations about their time with local teachers & students. #FulbrightTGC #GlobalClassrooms

2/ After 20 days together, it was time to say goodbye. Teachers headed back to states across the U.S.—some as far as Hawaii! I didn’t just learn about Uruguay—I learned about every state represented in our cohort. #CulturalExchange

June 22 🇺🇾 Today we reflected on our Fulbright journey in Montevideo & Maldonado and planned our final presentation. In the evening, we were surprised with a stunning performance of Metrópolis at SODRE—live orchestra + film = unforgettable! 🎶🎬 #FulbrightTeacher

Back in Montevideo after a scenic return from Maldonado—stopped by the whale tail sculpture and Eagle Monument. Explored plazas, markets, and city views, then ended the day with a powerful Candombe experience honoring Afro-Uruguayan heritage. #FulbrightTeacher

One more time at Escuela 95 🇺🇾💙 Students proudly recited the Oath to the Flag, paraded, and honored Artigas. Later—ice cream with Camila 🍦, El Alfaro 🌊, and dinner at El Bloque with Nicolás. Families filled the streets for #DíaDelAbuelo. A day full of pride and heart!

This visit reminded us that education is a bridge—between countries, between hearts. And when we listen and learn from each other, we all grow. ❤️ #FulbrightTeachers #Maldonado #IntercambioCultural

Uruguayan teachers were especially interested in how we support students with special needs—opening a rich exchange of ideas and practices.

Visiting Middle School No. 5 in Maldonado, Uruguay was unforgettable. Principal Alejandra Garay welcomed us with warmth, and students aged 13–15 amazed us with their curiosity and spirit.