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My Morning Cup
E64 - Dr. Elaine Swafford's Morning Cup
Apr 1, 2024
Dr. Elaine Swafford, CEO of Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy and former teacher, shares her journey from a high school classroom to executive leadership. She recounts her transformative experiences overcoming shyness through 4-H speeches. Elaine discusses her pivotal 'Michael Jordan' moment and how she revived CGLA in just nine months. The conversation highlights the significance of empowering girls through education, the challenges of leading during COVID-19, and the necessity of resilience in personal and professional growth.
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- Dr. Elaine Swafford emphasizes the transformative impact of mentorship in education, shaping her journey from under-resourced schooling to leading CGLA.
- Her commitment to girls' education and community engagement was pivotal in transforming CGLA into a leading STEM institution within nine months.
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Early Education and Segregation
Growing up in a racially segregated community shaped Dr. Elaine Swafford's early educational experience. She attended a small, under-resourced school in Bakewell, Tennessee, where she experienced firsthand the inequalities of separate yet unequal schooling. Transitioning into integrated education finally exposed her to better resources and educators, which significantly impacted her trajectory. Important figures, like her fourth-grade teacher, provided her with the encouragement and support she needed to thrive academically and grow beyond her initial limitations.
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