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Educators
Rising...Inspiring the Next Generation of Teachers
Antoine Holloway II, Educators Rising Ohio
Throughout my entire life, my mom always pushed me to be a leader and
not a follower, so I always hold myself to that standard. I believe
that helped me get to where I am today. Today, I am very proud to serve
as the president of Educators Rising Ohio. Educators Rising Ohio is a
career-tech student organization that includes more than 1,000 students
who wish to pursue careers in the education field. On a national level,
Educators Rising includes more than 30,000 members. Career-tech student
organizations such as Educators Rising Ohio have helped me and students
throughout the state and country. I also am currently the captain of my
football and wrestling teams, and I strive to push others in a positive
direction. As president of Educator Rising Ohio, I look forward to
further developing my abilities as a leader.
I would not be pursuing this field if it were not for Mr. Richard
Wakefield. He is our lead instructor for the Heights Career Tech Prep
Consortium Teacher Academy at Maple Heights High School, as well as our
Educators Rising Ohio teacher leader. I took his career search class as
a freshman, and I saw something in him. He is fiery and not afraid to
challenge a student to do better. Where many teachers would throw in
the towel, Mr. Wakefield keeps on pushing. He never stops. Mr.
Wakefield saw something in me as well. He could see that I try to lead
others. He could see that I am motivated by my struggles. When he asked
me to join the Teacher Academy, he told me there is no better way for a
man to give back to society than to become a teacher. He also told me
that I could have even more influence because I am black, and there are
very few black male teachers.
I have always loved sports and helping others. Mr. Wakefield has helped
me realize that teaching and coaching would be a good career to enter
after my football-playing days are over. I can see myself being a great
teacher in the classroom and a great coach on the sideline. I can see
myself using my talents and passions to change lives.
For now, as president, one of my first goals is to bring Educators
Rising Ohio to more students. We are a student-led organization that
not only teaches students how to become great teachers but prepares
them for life as well. Educators Rising Ohio stretches students’
opportunities in life tremendously. We expose students to colleges and
a multitude of careers and help each individual develop professionalism
and character. By learning and applying these things in everyday life,
success in life seems more attainable. From the beginning, children are
always told to set goals and then take the necessary steps to achieve
those goals. Educators Rising Ohio emphasizes that state of mind and
immerses one in the field to get hands-on practice. Educators Rising
Ohio prepares students for teaching and life. The organization also
helps students develop relationships with people they would never meet
otherwise.
Anyone who would like to join Educators Rising Ohio should visit the
website below. It is a great way to start your journey to becoming a
teacher.
Antoine Holloway II is the current president of Educators Rising Ohio.
He will be a high school senior in the fall.
Learn more at Educators Rising Ohio
http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Teaching/Tools-Resources-and-Technology/Educators-Rising-Ohio
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