EPISODE · Aug 19, 2020 · 50 MIN
The Norwood Family
from Black Educators Matter: Project 500 Podcast · host Brooke Brown and Danielle Moneyham
“Being younger, having representation… I didn’t know where I would fit. Being an image to someone, that is relatable… that’s kind of a big thing for me” - Tiffany “Being an educator… your job is to make an impact” - Michael Mr. and Mrs. Michael (Physical Education Teacher / Athletic Director) & Tiffany Norwood (First Grade Teacher Assistant) Advocacy, Relatability and Representation It truly does take a village. On today’s episode, we are joined by The Norwood Family. Mr. and Mrs. Norwood reflect on their educational journeys in the suburbs of Chicago. We explore how experiences with their own children, a desire to create lasting impact, and listening to the Good Voices in the village led them to building careers within the classroom (and becoming I.E.P. pros!). Part 1: Michael Teacher influence Small School vs Big School environment Powerful Paraprofessionals Part 2: Tiffany High School experience Entrepreneurial experience and white models Family partnership and interactions Impact and influence on younger kids
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“Being younger, having representation… I didn’t know where I would fit. Being an image to someone, that is relatable… that’s kind of a big thing for me” - Tiffany “Being an educator… your job is to make an impact” - Michael Mr. and Mrs. Michael (Physical Education Teacher / Athletic Director) & Tiffany Norwood (First Grade Teacher Assistant) Advocacy, Relatability and Representation It truly does take a village. On today’s episode, we are joined by The Norwood Family. Mr. and Mrs. Norwood reflect on their educational journeys in the suburbs of Chicago. We explore how experiences with their own children, a desire to create lasting impact, and listening to the Good Voices in the village led them to building careers within the classroom (and becoming I.E.P. pros!). Part 1: Michael Teacher influence Small School vs Big School environment Powerful Paraprofessionals Part 2: Tiffany High School experience Entrepreneurial experience and white models Family partnership and interactions Impact and influence on younger kids
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