Hello Patriots!

Welcome back to another year at Westside High. Not only am I a newcomer to Patriot Nation, but this is my first year as a high school teacher. I am honored I get to spend it with you!

A little about myself: While I’m new to Westside, I am a CSRA native. I grew up in Appling and graduated from Greenbrier High School. After graduation, I attended Spelman College where I double-majored in English and History. From there, I left to attend the University of Kansas where I graduated with a M.A. degree in literature and, years later, a Ph.D. in Theatre and Performance Studies. My main areas of academic interest are American literature and history. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (horror is one of my favorite genres) and writing poetry and plays. I love language, and I love stories.  I am fascinated by how these things allow us to connect to one another and have experiences we’d never otherwise have. I’m excited to explore with you all. Welcome to my class!

BA      Spelman College, English and History

MA     University of Kansas, Literature

PhD    University of Kansas, Theatre and Performance Studies

Contact Information: GriffAl1@BOE.richmond.k12.ga.us

Remind: 81010

Message:           

1st Period: 10th Grade ELA                                @232410thg

2nd Period: AP Research                                    @bb2hhhd

3rd Period: 10th Grade ELA                                @sect3I

5th Period: 10th Grade ELA                                @sect5I

6th Period: Honors 10th Grade ELA                   @sect6

7th Period: Honors 10TH GRADE ELA               @sect7h