July 24, 2004
July 24, 2004 Newsletter with a comment about testing new programs and my new interest in the ambush bug.
October 13, 2004
October 13, 2004 newsletter. Chris Webb married Stacey Porter.
February 28, 2004
February 28, 2004 newsletter.
Jessica Strock
I go to North Franklin Elementary.
My failed faith
The evolution of Shawn Olson's views on faith, religion and ethics.
Promoting Interest in the Classroom
An essay about the role teachers play in making subjects interesting, valuable and relevant to students. Prompted by an Open-House visit to Westland High School.
Working Towards Interactivity
I have been involved in various projects that include Flash applications and speed optimizations.
The Life of Clarence Himes
A biography of Clarence Himes by his grandson Shawn Olson.
Subjects in the Classroom and Life
A discussion on the utilitarian value of the subjects our schools teach. This editorial on education was one of the last pieces Shawn Olson printed as a Messenger writer.