Kendall McNeal, Data Scientist at City Leadership

Kendall shares that Ms. Perry was the first teacher to tell her that she was good at math. That statement changed Kendall forever!

Ms. Perry was a high school math teacher who first acknowledged Kendall’s gift as a mathematician. That acknowledgement sparked a love for math that led to Kendall’s career as a data specialist.

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Dr. Michelle Armstrong, The Pyramid Peak Foundation

Dr. Armstrong shares her favorite teacher story, Ms. Carolyn Johnson, who made learning Biology fun, interesting and accessible for her students.

Adam Chambers, Choose 901 at City Leadership

Adam Chambers shares how his high school Latin teacher, Ms. Anna Lovell taught real life skills through high school Latin.

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee

Governor Lee shares how his high school Chemistry teacher Mr. Nelson who inspired him to be great!

Jeff Riddle, City Leadership Director of Serve 901

Both Ms. Snow and Ms. Moore took an interest in their students and made learning fun!

Memphis Mayor Paul Young

Ms. Foster was a 10th grade Geometry Teacher at East High School. She encouraged Mayor Paul Young to be great and to practice excellence everyday!

Victor Tate – Talent Coordinator for City Leadership

Shelia Ashford didn't give her on Victor and in a few months, Victor will be Dr. Victor Tate.