Last week we celebrated Proof Point Day, recognizing some of
our first generation college graduates!
She is the youngest of three and
a first generation college graduate in her family.
Amanda Cox is
a first generation college graduate and native of the Northwest.
Of the 25 interns, 72 percent identify as people of color, 28 percent are Metro Nashville Public School graduates and 36 percent are
first generation college graduates.
Duane is
a first generation college graduate who values the profound difference public educators have made in his life.
As
a first generation college graduate, Duane understands the profound impact public educators have had on his life.
Our second cohort is 75 % residents of color and 30 %
first generation college graduates, and we are committed to continuing to reach out to people of color who are interested in becoming exceptional teachers.
Cendie is
a first generation college graduate and a product of poverty striken homes, stating that «doing this work comes naturally and I appreciate being able to relate to the experiences of our students.»
Additionally, because they were
first generation college graduates, as Germaine put it, they wanted to just «live the life».