Synopsis
The author of Deleting Files and co-author of The Code Switch, Yvetta “Doll” Franklin, takes us on a journey of right, wrong, and somewhere in between. Learn what ensues when Rosie likes a boy and goes about getting his attention in all the deceitful, zany, crafty ways. What seems practical to Rosie brings about anxiety and embarrassment. As the school year progresses, Rosie has to make some important decisions. She can continue her shenanigans or learn how to treat people how she would want to be treated. But, is it too little too late for Rosie’s long-time friends? Will they forgive her? Find out in this heart-warming tale guaranteed to make you laugh, cry, and perhaps, change your perspective.
About the Author
Yvetta D. Franklin was born May 31, 1952 in Chicago, IL. She later relocated to California where she earned the following degrees and credentials: *Associate of Arts Degree in Social & Behavioral Sciences- Merritt Jr. College/Peralta, Oakland, CA. *Bachelor of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies/Social Sciences Option-California State University, Hayward, CA. *Teachers Credential-Authorized Field: General Subjects Multiple Subjects-matter K-12 *Administrator's Credential-Authorized Field: General Subjects-Multiple Subjects-matter K-12 *Masters of Science Degree-Walden University, Minneapolis, MN-Elementary Reading & Literacy (MSERL) Having a desire to attain good communication skills Yvetta joined Blue Cross Toast Masters. Her additional professional and personal affiliations are: California Teachers Association, Hayward Educational Association, Hayward Area Historical Society Community Advisory Council, People's Baptist Church and Palma Ceia Baptist Church. Yvetta's first work assignment was at Blue Cross Insurance Co. in Oakland, CA. After twenty years of claims processing and auditing responsibilities, she transferred to Prudential Insurance where she served as Assistant to the Executive Director. Ultimately, Yvetta left the Insurance industry in exchange for a profusely fulfilling career. She became a teacher! She worked for Oakland Public Schools and later, transferred to Hayward Unified Schools where she continues to teach. She has taught grades 1-5 and adults. She LOVES teaching. She ignites and excites her students to learn. "I try to color the lives of my pupils with joy, values and confidence." She sits on the Site Based Decision Committee at her school. She is the Teacher/Parent Liaison, After School Intervention teacher and pianist for school assemblies and promotions. Yvetta has been nominated and included in Who's Who among Teachers two years consecutively. These nominations can only come from prior elementary students who are presently in college and on the Dean's List of their universities. Yvetta has been written about in several local newspapers and The California Educator Magazine for making connections with her students and flavoring her class with humor. She has one daughter; Stephanie whom she loves to pieces. Stephanie is a college graduate from Grambling State University-Biological Studies & Research.
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