American Education Week

Brookwood High School is one of hundreds of public schools in America celebrating American Education Week with the National Education Association. 

According to the NEA's website: "In 1857, one hundred educators answered a national call to unite as one voice in the cause of public education. At the time, learning to read and write was a luxury for most children—and a crime for many Black children. One hundred and fifty years later, public education and the profession of teaching are transformed. In 1966 we joined forces with the American Teachers Association. Since then, our voice has swelled to 3.2 million members, and what was once a privilege for a fortunate few is now an essential right for every American child, regardless of family income or place of residence"

John Hooper, a teacher at Brookwood High School along with students Blair Cruce and Noah Huguley stopped by the 95.3 The Bear studios today to talk about the activities planned at their school. Mr Hooper said:

American Education Week is a time when we recognize educators across the country, we celebrate the local school systems and what they do for our students. We just want to remember what education is all about and the fact that it plays a big part in our lives. We just want everyone to celebrate that with us this week and look back at teachers and people that have been involved in your life and be able to thank them for what they have done.

Hear the radio interview with Mr. Hooper and his students below: