Marcus just completed his third year at Lake Norman Charter. He has been an administrator for 10 years with a total career in education spanning 17 years. You can follow him on Twitter (@FunchessEDU).
As a Black man and educator in this country, I've never tried to impose my views or experiences on any of my students or colleagues. I usually remain quiet and reserve my opinions and thoughts to myself and get my work done. Working in some minimally diverse schools, I've always tried to carry myself as a role model. I recognize that for some people I may be the only example of a Black male professional they see on a regular basis. However, with what's going on in the country today, I no longer feel that my silence is helpful. I've been struggling with how to have an effective impact at my school as we progress through this tumultuous time. So, here’s my attempt.
