Teach From DeHart Academy

Black Educators Matter: Project 500 Podcast

“... showing every student that they can be great, they can reach their full potential.”

Cam McKennedy

Middle School Teacher, Teach From DeHart Academy Co-Founder / Assistant Dean of Operations

Teach From DeHart Academy

www.teachfromdehart.org

“My mom tells me that I’m blessed with a burden.”

Cam McKennedy has been teaching for 2 years, speaks with the wisdom of a seasoned educator, and is already making an impact on his community through educational entrepreneurship. He shares how his pursuit of basketball led him to meet his mentor, establish a career in middle school math and science, and the lessons he’s translated from the court into the classroom.

“How do I create opportunities for every kid?”

The parents (“He’s a Black teacher!”), the students (“what you taught me” email) and his colleagues have all shared how his presence has impacted their educational experience. His individual emphasis on connectedness and relationships continues as he co-founds Teach From DeHart Academy. Their transformational model focuses on intentionality with students and parents, creating communities of confidence.