Rockbridge’s Ms. Christine Black has been instituted as a new English teacher. This down-to-earth activist moved to Lexington for a new scenery and to be with her husband. 

Originally, Black had moved around from an early age. Even though her parents were born and raised in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Her dad was in the Army and it was a normal to transfer schools due to switching posts. Consequently, it drastically altered her life. 

“My family was always moving. Life was never in one place,” said Black.

Throughout her youth and school-years, Black had always aspired to be an educator. She was inspired by excellent writing teachers as well as her own inspiring adoration of reading and writing. She enrolled in William and Mary and University of Alabama for her education in English.

After graduating from school, Black entered back into school as an educator. From student to teacher, she pleasantly enjoyed education and the positive effect on mind and body with unity. 

“Too much conflict in division, polarizing, so find out what we have in common,” said Black.

During this ongoing purpose of her life, she has worked at several venues. 

She taught Creative Writing and English classes, Freshman Composition and Literature in community colleges and schools of North Carolina, Halifax, Rockingham County, and Piedmont. Furthermore, she taught at Averett University, and lastly, a women’s prison.

Incorporating a creative way of teaching, Black ensures the success of all. She hits every way of informing whilst involving creativity models, projects, and group/partnerwork. Her motto is “practice makes perfect.”

There is more to this independent thinker than meets the eye. Currently, she lives on a farm which includes taking care of cows. In her free time, she listens to music, she enjoys singing, she fancies herself into reading, and she shares time with family. Adventures to the beach and taking on road trips are also a few of her favorites.

As much as Black stresses, the uniqueness of each individual and togetherness is a priority and lifestyle for her. 

“Everyone has their own unique gifts and talents. Community and beliefs and background, respect it across all different classes and cultures, and interests,” said Black.

Being an incredibly deep-thinker, she enjoys the small things particularly. The agriculture, diversity, and abundance of families with sorted backgrounds are the main characteristics of Rockbridge County that adores. 

Considering this school in specific, she believes, “[it is] wonderful, good staff, and well-worked.” 

Mrs. Black is an important asset to our school for the education and mental development of these students. Her stacked resume with all of her skills proves to display her worth. Looking on, she is intending to do whatever is necessary for proper teaching.