Today we are discussing the importance of schools facilitating strong partnerships with families and communities. Today's guest is Jamie Mayes. She is a native of DeRidder, Louisiana and a citizen of Monroe, Louisiana. For the past 22 years, Jamie has followed her passion as a writer and speaker. She says God blessed her to understand her gift at a young age and it became a lifesaver, favorite past time and calling for her. For 12 years, Jamie has worked as an English, Speech and Creative Writing teacher. In addition to teaching, Jamie is a motivational speaker, blogger, philanthropist, and author of 6 books- 3 collections of poetry, a collection of short stories, and a novel. When she is not challenging young minds in the classroom, she travels about the country facilitating workshops, sharing lectures and empowering audiences through her company Jamie Mayes Educational Consulting & Literacy Services, LLC. Her goal is to leave an educational, literary and personal mark in society that will positively impact the world. She believes the key to success is remaining humble and serving God through all our works to mankind.
Listeners can connect with Jamie through:
Facebook: Jamie Mayes
LinkedIN: Jamie Mayes
IG: jamiemayesaoe
Twitter: jamiemayesaoe
