“It was the bug that bit me… this is my calling.”

Dr. Carlos Grant

Principal, Science Teacher

Twitter: @DrCarlosGrant

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This special speaker series is brought to you by the Alpha Theta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, as part of the “Go-to-High School, Go-to-College” initiative. Through this series, we will celebrate the impact and legacy of four Alpha educators.

"I pride myself on all my kids being connected with me… but there is a certain connection that I just can't deny, and I won't deny, when it comes to kids of color."

Shoutout to the impact that mentors can make on our lives… especially the mentor that tapped a young Carlos Grant on the shoulder and asked him to consider becoming a teacher. Today, we are joined by Dr. Grant, as he reflects on his journey throughout education. He speaks on his dynamic K-12 school experiences, the origin story of his teaching career, and the number one thing that makes his job exciting.

Dr. Grant acknowledges that the system needs to undergo some fundamental changes, but he is inspired by the great educators around him and how they continue to impact the world.