In this episode of Middle School Walk and Talk, co-hosts Phyllis Fagell and Jessica McGuire chat with Dr. Rashad Anderson, professor at Metropolitan State University and leader of the Call Me Mr. Teacher Leadership Program, discussing how intentional teacher preparation, mentoring, and a focus on student strengths can transform school culture. He explores the challenges facing Black male students and teachers, shares practical strategies for building high-impact mentoring programs, and emphasizes the mindset shift every educator can adopt: finding the good in every student.

Middle School Walk & Talk is a production of the Association for Middle Level Education. Learn more at amle.org.