What's happening: Smith Middle School 7th grader Jackson Berberich celebrated the launch of his second book with a special author visit to his former elementary school. Not only the author, Jackson is also the illustrator for his work.
Why it matters: Young authors like Jackson inspire peers and demonstrate that age is no barrier to pursuing creative passions and achieving publishing success. His recent visit to Mrs. Bartley's class to share his newly published second book was a "full circle moment" as he returned to see elementary teachers who supported his early development
The big picture: Jackson's journey from elementary student to published author showcases the lasting impact of supportive educators and the importance of fostering student creativity from an early age.
