Possible & Probable

“I like what I do, but more importantly, I like who I do it for.” Ms. Alycia Worthy, Career Technical Education / Health Science Teacher “In all of my life, I have had one Black teacher. In the 2nd grade. Ms. Jones.” After reflecting on her career journey into the classroom, and her personal experiences with race as a student, Ms. Alycia Worthy’s episode demonstrates why Black Educators Matter. What can happen if educators sow seeds of life and potential into students, expose them to diverse career pathways and opportunities, and build community partnerships with the student’s best interest in mind? So many things are possible and probable! With a heart of advocacy (shaped by her grandmother’s conflict resolution style!), Alycia speaks on the lack of diversity within the education space, the problematic ways that Black boys are treated in schools, and why it’s so important to work with your gifts. IG: @BlackEducators.Matter Website: www.blackeducatorsmatter.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackEducatorsMatter Store: https://teespring.com/stores/black-educators-matter

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Teachers are Earth's Mightiest Superheroes and their stories can inspire generations. The Black Educators Matter: Project 500 Podcast is on a journey to share the stories of 500 Black educators. Why? Research shows that Black students who have even one Black teacher are more likely to graduate, attend college, and see themselves reflected in positions of leadership. White students also benefit from learning from a diverse teaching force. This podcast is necessary because storytelling is the bridge that connects data to humanity—showing the world why Black educators matter.