Sir I am currently a sophomore in college studying majoring in elementary education and this video helps me understand how much of a difference I can make in a child’s life. Thank you for sharing these key points.
Absolutely and much success to you. As you continue with your coursework, me sure to visit my website at principalkafele.com for my website resources and my books for teachers. You are appreciated!
Retired Navy, 2021 First Generation graduate, McNair Scholar and I hear my father in your words. I come to you having made the decision to enter the classroom. I can’t get enough of your persona, Sir.
Thank you for sharing Principal Kafele! My wife is currently an elementary administrator and I am transitioning from the military and trying to decide my career path after service. You have really planted a seed!
In my role as a “leader” in the military, I have consistently worked with young black men and women that lacked that guidance you speak of. I have always felt the need to provide, nurture, and guide them to their full potential. As a young man growing up in a single parent home, I often had animosity towards my father because of his absence. I never thought about the impact quality black male role models had in my life. I frequently volunteer at my wife’s school and I see the light in their eyes when they watch me walk through the doors in uniform! Once they had Doctors, lawyer, law enforcement, and other top professionals (for career day), but I was the topic of all the kids’ conversations. I doubt that it was solely because I was a service member. I could see the wheels turning! As a parent, I make it a habit to engage the other children in my kids’ classrooms when I volunteer there as well. When they see me, they give me a high fives; even when their own parents fail to acknowledge me in passing. I have subscribed to your channel and I have taken note of the readings you suggested! I read “From Slavery to Freedom” in one of my courses at FAMU years ago. Stand by and I will update you once I become a certified educator! Thank you for the encouragement! It’s on now!
I am also a veteran black man teacher and leader that has taught multiple subjects! Black children (especially our little black brothers; black boy's) desperately need us because they are experiencing so much trauma from all angles!!! As a fellow certified teacher, I appreciate your power and efforts!!!!
Consistency of a base income to payoff a mortgage ASAP. Then dump everything else into dividends and groceries for babies. And Pension from the State, provides an additional source of unearned income
Wrong! The administrators and the dept of education do not support their employees. My son was a substitute and was assaulted by a high school student who was larger than him. The school pressed charges against both and the dept of education asked him to resign due to political reasons. You need to educate yourself on the reasons why so many teachers have quit since the pandemic and why there is a high trend of students assaulting teachers. YOU HAVE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME! Most states are moving to finally demolish the dept of education which is clearly against black and brown people outwardly! You havent taught since 1997, you are clearly unaware. Principals were part of the problem. Teachers are undervalued by administrators and the kids of today that are aware that noone can touch them with out losing their jobs. Go and visit the many teachers blogs and substitute teacher blogs and forums. Smh
Principal Kafele, I am a black male teacher who is falling out of love with my profession. It seems to have transitioned from a career and a purpose to a job. I'm not sure how to come out of this rut.
The short answer Frankie is to reconnect with your "why"...your purpose for entering the profession in the first place. Take a look at this. www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/summer18/vol75/num09/Avoiding-School-Leadership-Burnout.aspx/
I am a retired black man teacher and I understand my brother the many challenges that you and my brothers who are black men teachers face on a daily basis. However, you have a power beyond measure because there is some little precious black boy who is looking to you to save him from this mean and cruel world!
I’m a black male teacher beginning his first year (math, middle/high school, USA in California). Excellent video! Thankfully my education employer in California pays well enough to make teaching a palatable career!
I've been in the game for 17 years. However, I'm running into a wall where I'm not being allowed to be who I am and I'm no pretender. I'm considering walking away.
I TOTALLY AGREE. OUR Children MUST SEE OUR BLACK MEN IN A POSITIVE LIGHT. MANY OF OUR MEN POSSESS VALUABLE KNOWLEDGE AND WOULD BE INFLUENTIAL TO OUR YOUTH.
They see black males each day on their phones, drill videos and in their hoods. Let the “they need to see strong black men” narrative die! It’s BS. This ain’t your Mommas Damerikka. I teach actively and the black and brown kids mistreat and disrespect black teachers the worst foreign or domestic culturally. They MUST SEE A GOOD Mother/FATHER AT HOME! 6 and a half hours a day with 6-8 different teachers won’t change a thing. Besides, the person who posted this vid is a bit naïve to think that one black male teacher can change these kids amongst the majority white staffs across Damerikka! It also puts and unfair stress on the black male teacher to be a Messiah, while other teachers can simply teach. Wake up!
I love your enthusiasm and I am aware of the audience your speaking to. I applaud to waking up a teaching group that is lacking and I agree there is a lack of diversity. I however am confused because I heard next to nothing about other strong men and women that do this everyday. No Asian or Latino or White person can achieve this? A teacher with the right heart and goal can achieve anything.
Why are you confused. I was very clear. I am speaking to a specific group. This is NOT a universal message. It is targeted at Black men....who represent 1.2% of the total U.S. teaching force although Black students represent 17% of all U.S. students. This is absolutely unacceptable.
@@PrincipalKafeleSpeaks I respect you and enjoy what you say . However to me at least there is no serious consideration for the people who do this day to day. Not only can A black man be a role model. It takes a true man or woman. To make a difference in children's or adult s life.
@@mikelee2490 Mike, unfortunately, you don't understand. This is nothing new. This is an ongoing concern within the African American community. It's okay though. Good chatting with you.
Thank you for the message. I’m currently taking steps toward my teaching certification.
Excellent! We need you!
Escape while you can, it’s not worth it. Black male educators are not respected and are taken advantage of in K-12 education.
Once I finish Barber school I’m thinking strongly about getting my teaching certificate
THANK YOU PRINCIPAL KAFELE!!! RETIRED BLACK MAN CERTIFIED LICENSED TEACHER NOW TURNED SUBSTITUTE TEACHER! ✌️✌️😄😄
Thank you!
Sir I am currently a sophomore in college studying majoring in elementary education and this video helps me understand how much of a difference I can make in a child’s life. Thank you for sharing these key points.
Absolutely and much success to you. As you continue with your coursework, me sure to visit my website at principalkafele.com for my website resources and my books for teachers. You are appreciated!
Is teaching going well for you now? Because I’m a black male and I’m considering it myself
Retired Navy, 2021 First Generation graduate, McNair Scholar and I hear my father in your words. I come to you having made the decision to enter the classroom. I can’t get enough of your persona, Sir.
Much appreciated and much success to you in the classroom!
Thank you for sharing Principal Kafele! My wife is currently an elementary administrator and I am transitioning from the military and trying to decide my career path after service. You have really planted a seed!
I appreciate that. If you feel it in your spirit, go on and jump in.
In my role as a “leader” in the military, I have consistently worked with young black men and women that lacked that guidance you speak of. I have always felt the need to provide, nurture, and guide them to their full potential. As a young man growing up in a single parent home, I often had animosity towards my father because of his absence. I never thought about the impact quality black male role models had in my life. I frequently volunteer at my wife’s school and I see the light in their eyes when they watch me walk through the doors in uniform! Once they had Doctors, lawyer, law enforcement, and other top professionals (for career day), but I was the topic of all the kids’ conversations. I doubt that it was solely because I was a service member. I could see the wheels turning! As a parent, I make it a habit to engage the other children in my kids’ classrooms when I volunteer there as well. When they see me, they give me a high fives; even when their own parents fail to acknowledge me in passing. I have subscribed to your channel and I have taken note of the readings you suggested! I read “From Slavery to Freedom” in one of my courses at FAMU years ago. Stand by and I will update you once I become a certified educator! Thank you for the encouragement! It’s on now!
@@famu53 I love it! I appreciate you sharing all of this. Sounds like the classroom is the place for you to be. Keep me posted.
@@famu53have you went to become a teacher? If so how has it went? I’m a young 25 year old black who is thinking about considering it
Principal, you look strong and healthy as ever! Great lesson!
I appreciate that. Thank you!
I love this man as a colleague and former teacher?
You ARE preaching!!!!!!!!! 🙌
Thank you!
I am a black male teacher and leader. Sadly, I only had one black male teacher from PK-12 and college.
I am also a veteran black man teacher and leader that has taught multiple subjects! Black children (especially our little black brothers; black boy's) desperately need us because they are experiencing so much trauma from all angles!!! As a fellow certified teacher, I appreciate your power and efforts!!!!
Consistency of a base income to payoff a mortgage ASAP. Then dump everything else into dividends and groceries for babies.
And
Pension from the State, provides an additional source of unearned income
Wrong! The administrators and the dept of education do not support their employees. My son was a substitute and was assaulted by a high school student who was larger than him. The school pressed charges against both and the dept of education asked him to resign due to political reasons. You need to educate yourself on the reasons why so many teachers have quit since the pandemic and why there is a high trend of students assaulting teachers. YOU HAVE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME! Most states are moving to finally demolish the dept of education which is clearly against black and brown people outwardly! You havent taught since 1997, you are clearly unaware. Principals were part of the problem. Teachers are undervalued by administrators and the kids of today that are aware that noone can touch them with out losing their jobs. Go and visit the many teachers blogs and substitute teacher blogs and forums. Smh
I dialogue and debate with people who disagree respectfully. All others, I ignore. Enjoy your day.
Glad to see your home relaxing..love you my brother
Yes sir!
Principal Kafele,
I am a black male teacher who is falling out of love with my profession. It seems to have transitioned from a career and a purpose to a job. I'm not sure how to come out of this rut.
The short answer Frankie is to reconnect with your "why"...your purpose for entering the profession in the first place. Take a look at this. www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/summer18/vol75/num09/Avoiding-School-Leadership-Burnout.aspx/
I am a retired black man teacher and I understand my brother the many challenges that you and my brothers who are black men teachers face on a daily basis. However, you have a power beyond measure because there is some little precious black boy who is looking to you to save him from this mean and cruel world!
Don’t feel bad. Teaching is horrible.
I'm there now. Did you get past it? How did you or did not?
I’m a black male teacher beginning his first year (math, middle/high school, USA in California). Excellent video! Thankfully my education employer in California pays well enough to make teaching a palatable career!
Thank you and sorry for the late reply. Continued success to you in the new school year.
I've been in the game for 17 years. However, I'm running into a wall where I'm not being allowed to be who I am and I'm no pretender. I'm considering walking away.
Understood completely. Certainly, I will not encourage you to leave, but under the circumstances, I do understand.
Truth...... Thanks BlkMan..................number 8 is KEY...
Indeed...yes sir!
I TOTALLY AGREE. OUR Children MUST SEE OUR BLACK MEN IN A POSITIVE LIGHT. MANY OF OUR MEN POSSESS VALUABLE KNOWLEDGE AND WOULD BE INFLUENTIAL TO OUR YOUTH.
Exactly and indeed!
They see black males each day on their phones, drill videos and in their hoods. Let the “they need to see strong black men” narrative die! It’s BS. This ain’t your Mommas Damerikka. I teach actively and the black and brown kids mistreat and disrespect black teachers the worst foreign or domestic culturally. They MUST SEE A GOOD Mother/FATHER AT HOME! 6 and a half hours a day with 6-8 different teachers won’t change a thing. Besides, the person who posted this vid is a bit naïve to think that one black male teacher can change these kids amongst the majority white staffs across Damerikka! It also puts and unfair stress on the black male teacher to be a Messiah, while other teachers can simply teach. Wake up!
I love your enthusiasm and I am aware of the audience your speaking to. I applaud to waking up a teaching group that is lacking and I agree there is a lack of diversity. I however am confused because I heard next to nothing about other strong men and women that do this everyday. No Asian or Latino or White person can achieve this? A teacher with the right heart and goal can achieve anything.
Why are you confused. I was very clear. I am speaking to a specific group. This is NOT a universal message. It is targeted at Black men....who represent 1.2% of the total U.S. teaching force although Black students represent 17% of all U.S. students. This is absolutely unacceptable.
@@PrincipalKafeleSpeaks I respect you and enjoy what you say . However to me at least there is no serious consideration for the people who do this day to day. Not only can A black man be a role model. It takes a true man or woman. To make a difference in children's or adult s life.
No hate coming from here btw love ya man keep being great.
@@mikelee2490 Mike, unfortunately, you don't understand. This is nothing new. This is an ongoing concern within the African American community. It's okay though. Good chatting with you.
@@PrincipalKafeleSpeaks how so?