Sweat The Technique Ep 49 | Lessons from Team Academy (with Ryan Hill’s former students)
Aug 21, 2024
Kinyette Henderson, a former student of Ryan Hill at KIPP Team Academy, is now an English teacher and co-director of diversity and inclusion at the Hotchkiss School. She reflects on her transformative school experiences, discussing how early lessons shaped her success. The conversation touches on the importance of maintaining discipline and evolving educational practices. Kinyette also emphasizes balancing structure with student autonomy, highlighting how these influences affect her teaching methods today.
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McDonald's Motivation
- Robert Reddick's initial motivation to attend Team Academy was the promise of McDonald's every Saturday.
- His father, after researching the school, agreed it was a good fit.
Seeking a Challenge
- Kenyatta Henderson was eager to join Team Academy for a better learning environment.
- Unlike Reddick, her motivation stemmed from a negative experience at her previous school.
Humble Beginnings
- Team Academy's initial building was a dilapidated former Catholic school with a leaky roof and broken windows.
- The first day involved students sitting on the floor, emphasizing the importance of earning their place.