Samantha Mandeville - Teachers Make a Difference - Mr. Joe White

The transcript recounts a personal story of childhood anxiety about school and the transformative impact of a teacher, Mr. Joe White. The narrator describes meeting Mr. White during an elementary school orientation and how he became a significant figure in their family's life. Mr. White's energetic teaching style and memorable lessons, such as spelling tests, left a lasting impression. He imparted life lessons, encouraging students to leave their thick skin at the door and embrace life with love and enthusiasm.

What feelings did the narrator experience about going to school?

How did Mr. Joe White influence the narrator and their family?

Describe the energy and liveliness Mr. Joe White brought to his teaching.

What advice did Mr. Joe White give to his students?

What was one of the memorable things Mr. Joe White did in his class?