EPISODE · Sep 30, 2020 · 39 MIN
Mr. DoTheMath
from Black Educators Matter: Project 500 Podcast · host Brooke Brown and Danielle Moneyham
“We realize that we are the answer. We not gonna be saved, we gotta save ourselves. And that’s what we’re doing.” Alonzo Nelson, Athlete / Educator / YouTuber / Yoga Instructor Youtube: Alonzo Nelson, Jr. Twitter: @MrAlgebraNelson https://www.thecollectivestl.org/ www.mrdothemath.com On today’s episode, we are joined by Math Teacher Mr. Alonzo Nelson. He speaks on the impact and influence he has as a Black male educator (#shoutout to being a counter stereotype!), vulnerability and lightbulb moments when discussing police brutality amongst his students, and suggestions on how to retain Black educators. And shares REAL advice for navigating the space and building your ecosystem… hello paper trails and support groups! We are also talking about self care… exercise, support groups & yoga! Mr. DoTheMath is already doing the work. Tune in as Mr. Nelson reflects on his experiences building his career in education, being a window and a mirror within the classroom.
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“We realize that we are the answer. We not gonna be saved, we gotta save ourselves. And that’s what we’re doing.” Alonzo Nelson, Athlete / Educator / YouTuber / Yoga Instructor Youtube: Alonzo Nelson, Jr. Twitter: @MrAlgebraNelson https://www.thecollectivestl.org/ www.mrdothemath.com On today’s episode, we are joined by Math Teacher Mr. Alonzo Nelson. He speaks on the impact and influence he has as a Black male educator (#shoutout to being a counter stereotype!), vulnerability and lightbulb moments when discussing police brutality amongst his students, and suggestions on how to retain Black educators. And shares REAL advice for navigating the space and building your ecosystem… hello paper trails and support groups! We are also talking about self care… exercise, support groups & yoga! Mr. DoTheMath is already doing the work. Tune in as Mr. Nelson reflects on his experiences building his career in education, being a window and a mirror within the classroom.
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