Author Archives: Jessica von Brachel

About Jessica von Brachel

I am an English and Humanities teacher in Innovation Lab at Greenwich High School. Before I found my way into the best job I’ve ever held, I worked in a variety of fields in which the power of language and storytelling drove my work. What I lacked was a sense of community. Recognizing what I enjoyed doing and what I wanted to add to it led me, finally, to teaching high school English. Here at GHS I’ve had the opportunity to work with creative and hardworking students and staff. It has been the most challenging and fulfilling work of my life.

Show your Work!

Posted on January 6, 2019

Exhibition One of the most exciting parts of Innovation Lab – and the most stressful – is the exhibition. The first exhibition is often a revelation for students because they realize what it means to have a real, live audience … Continue reading →

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What Do You DO down there?

Posted on October 16, 2017

“You joined InLab? How is that?” This is what I hear from students, teachers, and members of the community when I mention my new role in Innovation Lab. “Do you like it?” “What makes it any different from the other … Continue reading →

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