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Jeannette’s teacher at Welch High School and her namesake. Miss Bivens was also Dad’s teacher when he was in school, and was the first person to really believe in him, he says. Miss Bivens is also the faculty advisor for the school newspaper that Jeannette edits. She is a consistent source of support and encouragement for Jeannette.
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Miss Jeanette Bivens Character Timeline in The Glass Castle
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Part 3: Welch
...she can fit in and meet people without having to pay for uniforms or equipment. Miss Jeanette Bivens , the organizer, was also Dad’s beloved English teacher who, he says, was the first...
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...names always appear in the newspaper. She establishes a “Birthday Corner” and circulation doubles, though Miss Bivens wonders if this counts as serious journalism.
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At the end of May, Jeannette is feeling increasingly scared. She says goodbye to Miss Bivens , who assures her that she’ll be alright but wonders aloud who will serve as...
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