A Caribbean getaway on the JD Campus

Terry Pollard, Language Arts instructor, grabs a bite before the crowd arrives.

The Language Arts Department at the JD Campus recently held a spring “Caribbean Social” for all campus employees. A pink flamingo, a slide show of island scenes and a little Jimmy Buffet music brought the theme to life and co-workers together.

Each instructor from the Language Arts Department was introduced and explained a little about their classes and responsibilities. Instructors, like Gaye Winter say, “The socials are a great way for all employees to just visit each other, ask questions and eat great food in a relaxing setting.”

This open house “social” is part of a new project started by Professional Development to showcase each department and give co-workers the chance to meet. Some other “socials” include the Business Department, with a Mardi Gras theme, and the Student Services Department, with the Cruise Ship/Love Boat theme.

Photos by Gaye Winter

Harry “Coach” Bennett, Social Studies instructor, bites into a spicy entree at the Language Arts Department’s Caribbean Social.

Sue Bennett, Language Arts instructor, visits with Lee Emery, instructional assistant in the Learning Lab, during the spring social.