EP 145 Going Global with Tyree Simmons

"How can I teach, not only other people's children but my own child, about the world and their impact in the world if I've never taken that leap of faith and stepped out into the world to see exactly how my own experiences, whether personal or educational, can impact someone else." - Tyree Simmons Tyree Simmons is originally from Brooklyn, NY and has taught in Maryland, Georgia, Abu Dhabi and Dubai - truly showing us what it means to be a global citizen. Tyree uses his experience to give back to others through The Four Foundation, which he started with his daughter, and the book he wrote with 9 others "Going Global: The Life Changing Experiences of 10 Courageous Black Men". 01:40 - Bridging gaps in education 05:00 - Remember that teaching is a privilege 07:15 - Gaining experience to be a better teacher 08:55 - What it's like going to teach in another country 14:20 - Global competency: what it means to be a global citizen 16:45 - SEL and fostering the growth of the whole child no matter where you teach 20:00 - The opportunities that Tyree had to give back: co-writing a book and starting a non-profit 22:45 - Continuing the dialogue of equity to help children grow and learn together