Whatchu Know About RJ | “If they’re not trying, that means they don’t trust me”

The COVID-19 Pandemic has transformed our world. Schools have been at the center of responses to the evolving pandemic as they are at the heart of many communities. The question of how schools are responding to this unprecedented historical moment is one we’ll explore in this week’s episode. Our guest, Social Science Teacher, Kori Fernandez, from Green Dot Public Schools, shares how she grows a classroom culture that empowers students by making trust the foundation of her teaching. With trust at the center, Kori reflects on how her support for students during the pandemic has in many ways not changed, and how building community is not only possible in these times, but is urgent. Kori also shares her lessons for evolving as an educator and the need to stay open to change, especially when educating Black and other youth of color.