Do you need to see it to be it? In this conversation, we’re taking a closer look at the impact of quality educators on student academic success, and the role that mentorship and representation play in preparing leaders for their future. LaDerrick Williams (2024 Educator of Excellence) and Dr. Michael Brown (ManUp Teaching Fellowship) share the their insights.

Resources mentioned in this episode include:

• New Memphis Educators of Excellence
• Alumni Holiday Party
• ManUp Teaching Fellowship
• Brown v. Board of Education
• Memphis Shelby County Schools
• Memphis Education Fund
• Hear from Memphis Education Fun in a previous conversation here
• Educators! Our friends at EndorsED Strategies Group are convening a conversation centered around advice-sharing and network-building, and we hope to see you in the room on December 12! Register here to save your seat!
• Hear from Dr. Washington and another New Memphis Educator of Excellence in a previous conversation here

This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.