Welcome to English class. It's always my goal to help my students achieve success and to grow as learners. I think it's cool when someone discovers an idea they never thought of before or when they learn something new. This goes for me as well, since there are times when I learn just as much from my students as they learn from me.  I know English can be intimidating for some people, and I understand it doesn't come easy for everyone. With this in mind, I try to make my classroom an inviting and comfortable place where people can feel free to share their ideas. Students who work hard and give their best effort do well.
     I grew up in Lansing, Michigan and graduated from Lansing Eastern High School. I earned a Bachelor's Degree from Michigan State University and two Master's Degrees, one from Saginaw Valley State University and one from the University of Michigan-Flint. I've taught English in Marlette for twenty-three years, and I can't think of anything I'd rather be doing.
     I live in North Branch with my wife Cheryl of 30 years. We have three children: Ryan (25), Jamie (22), and Adam (18). We also have two cats and a dog.
     My favorite activities are hiking, biking, and, of course, reading.

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Favorite Links

Marlette Writing Guide
Turnitin.com
A Word A Day
MLA Format
KnightCite
Music Influenced by Literature
Dictionary of Literary Terms
Grammar Girl
How and Why We Read 

Please feel free to contact me anytime with comments, questions, or concerns at sbarrows@marletteschools.org or at (989)635-7425 ext. 44807.





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