Call Me Mister

In the pages of this book, you will find the words of the young men, whose passion for teaching is finally connecting with America's African American youth. Their stories tell it all. Young men who have teetered on tragedy, who have had trauma and disappointment in their lives are inspired to new heights--Call Me MISTER has opened the doors to a great future in which they can give back in remarkable ways.

This is no ordinary marriage book-Keyes lays out his life, mistakes and all, revealing a successful businessman who could close multi-million dollar deals at the office, but still somehow misses the mark at home.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like sitting across the desk from a kindergarten student who was in trouble, and you were the principal? How would you feel when you had worked so hard with a young boy and his issues and receive a phone call a year later telling you he was found dead in his room by a gunshot wound? *** Travel with me through my thirty-one-year career as a teacher, coach, and principal while I share some short stories that are often hilarious, sad, teachable moments, and some that will tug at your heartstrings (you can’t miss the story of the little kindergarten girl I proposed to at graduation). They Call Me Mr. O: A Common Sense Approach to Education and Life will show how using common sense, which may seem unconventional at times, and forming true relationships with kids, parents, and teachers can result in such a positive atmosphere and will create a culture that will yield to success, even after you’re gone.

If you were to ask Chuck Friedman why he considers himself so “Lucky,” he will tell you he is blessed with a loving wife, two wonderful sons and good health. Besides that he has had three separate, very distinct and enjoyable careers. There have been failures and successes in his life, which like most people has been one long learning experience. We do not get to pick our parents, but one of the most important factors determining our trajectory in life occurs at the moment of conception. The genes we inherit and the nurturing we receive growing up are major factors in determining the person we become. Some people are more “lucky” than others and in every life some “crap” (Bad luck) happens. A question to ponder; If you had to choose one, would you rather be lucky or smart?

A bit irreverent yet, kind and truthful, this book is for substitutes, teachers, and administrators. It describes the work-life of an experienced substitute teacher through the lenses of ""best practices."" It begins with the need for education: Axiom (1) ""Teaching is a prerequisite for human evolution"" to Axiom (11) ""Do not take anything personally"", even when the students say you are ""the best sub they ever had."" For grades K-12, this book helps with classroom management techniques to keeping track of multiple assignments. All you need is a tolerance for ambiguity (everyday is different), a healthy lunch, and perhaps ear plugs for rainy day recesses. Author: Bill Buxton (MA, MBA, TESOL) has been a ""mostly friendly"" substitute for about five years for grades four through twelve in various socioeconomic districts. He believes the primary goal of a substitute teacher is to support the professional teacher by following the sub plans, with some discretion, of course.

Frank DeAngelis walks readers through Columbine on the day of the shooting and openly shares the struggles he and the community endured. Offering insights on leadership under pressure and on how to rebuild a community after the unimaginable happens, this book will inspire readers as it equips them to become better leaders themselves.

As higher educational learning enters a new age, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are seeking innovative ways to establish strategies to compete with other academic institutions. As establishments that have played a pivotal role in transforming the landscape of higher education, HBCUs are facing rapid transformation and various obstacles leading to questions regarding to the cost, quality, and sustainability of these institutions. Examining Student Retention and Engagement Strategies at Historically Black Colleges and Universities is a pivotal reference source that provides vital research on the role of HBCUs in today’s higher education and the various research methods addressing student retention rates, success levels, and engagement. While highlighting topics such as enrollment management, student engagement, and online learning, this publication explores successful engagement strategies that promote educational quality and equality, as well as the methods of social integration and involvement for students. This book is ideally designed for researchers, academicians, scholars, educational administrators, policymakers, graduate students, and curriculum designers.

A financial resource guide for high school and college students with over 1,000 listings of scholarships, grants, fellowships, and internships for African American students and students of colour.