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Why English Was My Favorite Subject in School (and Why It Still Matters Today)

Posted on November 7, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I was never the kid who loved math or science—but give me a book and a blank page and I felt at home. Now, as an English and journalism teacher, I’m convinced more than ever that reading and writing aren’t just subjects in school—they’re the foundation of thinking, communicating, and leading. Here’s why the written word still matters. Continue reading →

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If It Involved Reading and Writing, I Loved It

Posted on November 7, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

It’s fitting that I’m an English teacher today because that’s what I always loved when I was in school. I’ve always loved to read and write, and when I was in school those were the classes where I did the … Continue reading →

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