Educators Standing In The Gap at SPC

Alexa HeinrichFeatured

How do educators bridge the gap between students’ potential and their reality? For the final “Standing In The Gap” episode of 2024, we sat down with an inspiring group of employees from St. Petersburg College to explore the profound impact educators can have on their students’ lives.

Joining this conversation are:

  • Susan Demers – Dean of Public Policy, Public Safety, Ethics, and Legal Studies
  • Raquel Hairston – Principal of St. Petersburg Collegiate STEM High School
  • Ryan Halstead – Principal of St. Petersburg Collegiate High School, North Pinellas
  • Kimberly Jackson – Executive Director of the Institute for Strategic Policy Solutions
  • Ian Call – Principal of St. Petersburg Collegiate High School, Gibbs Campus

Together, they share personal stories, teaching philosophies, and strategies to help students overcome gaps in confidence, resources, and opportunity. From building meaningful relationships to recognizing untapped potential, these educators reveal what it truly means to “stand in the gap.”

Tune in for an empowering discussion that highlights the transformative role of educators in shaping future leaders.

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