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The Teacher's Forum
Welcome to "The Teacher's Forum" hosted by David Harris, a veteran educator with 32 years of experience in private, public, and charter schools. This podcast is your platform to hear the voices of educators from the United States and around the world, with a special focus on educators of color, who are often overlooked in crucial education discussions today. Join us as we dive into important topics, and experiences of K-12 educators, and get a chance to hear from David’s former students, as they share their stories, insights, and experiences. Be sure to tune in and let's celebrate the dedication and excellence of educators together!
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The Teacher's Forum
Who Is School For? Rethinking Equity in Education | Dr. Meisha Porter
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Who is school really for? In this episode of The Teacher’s Forum, David sits down with Dr. Meisha Ross Porter, the first Black woman to serve as Chancellor of New York City Public Schools, to explore what it takes to lead for equity in a system that often resists change.
Drawing on her journey from Bronx youth organizer to leading the largest school district in the country, Dr. Porter shares how policy, power, and community shape what happens in schools. The conversation explores the realities of systemic inequity, the role of leadership in driving meaningful change, and how educators can rethink schools to better serve all students.
They also discuss the role of arts and mental health, the challenges of political shifts, and how emerging technologies like AI can support, rather than replace, teaching and learning.
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