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In this episode of The Chronicles I chat with Mr. Akil Parker who shares his journey into education, emphasizing the importance of perspective, community, and the integration of Black history into math education. We discuss the challenges faced by educators, the significance of building relationships with students, and the need for supportive administrators. Our conversation also touches on the role of music and reading in shaping educators' philosophies and practices, as well as the importance of finding one's tribe in the teaching profession.

This was another dope conversation with a few gems dropped. Thank you for listening to the podcast and the chronicles continue.

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In this engaging conversation, I get to chop it up with Ms. Amber Shields. We chat about the journey of educators, the importance of mentorship and sponsorship, and the role of educators as role models. Amber shares her experiences transitioning from teacher to administrator, the significance of flexibility in education, and the need for community involvement in early literacy. We also discuss the importance of supporting aspiring leaders and the impact of relationships in education.

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Chapters

00:21 Entering the Education Space

02:53 Staying Motivated in Education

07:05 The Impact of Relationships in Education

09:30 Transitioning from Teacher to Administrator

11:03 Developing Leadership Skills

13:23 Mentorship vs. Sponsorship

16:52 Supporting Aspirations in Leadership

17:46 Navigating Transitions in Education

18:15 The Importance of Early Literacy and Numeracy

23:04 Parental Involvement in Education

23:23 Empowering Women in Leadership

25:55 Musical Influences and Personal Growth

27:36 Community and Support in Education

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In today's episode I get to chat with Willie Spears and we delve into the critical role of education, particularly focusing on the need for more Black male teachers. We discuss personal experiences that led us into education, the challenges faced by Black boys in schools, and the importance of cultural understanding among educators. This was another dope conversation with a few gems dropped. Thank you for listening to the podcast and the chronicles continue.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Technical Setup

00:39 The Journey into Education

05:18 Changing the Narrative for Black Boys in Education

09:38 Influential Teachers and Their Impact

13:18 Advice to Younger Educators

16:27 The Importance of Representation in Education

18:24 Understanding Cultural Context in Education

21:44 The Importance of Diverse Perspectives in Leadership

24:14 Recommended Reads for Educators

24:39 Creating a Personal Music Playlist

26:21 The Need for More Black Male Educators