Mark has been an educator for 25 years. Mark’s true passion is helping others the best in themselves. In order for this to happen, he started a mentoring program that focuses on improving students’ reading abilities based on positive relationships with adults and the community.   [00:01 – 16:12] Opening Segment Let’s get to know Mark Neese The Flip 5! We take turns asking five GTKY questions [16:13 – 25:26] Relationships are the Most Vital Piece of Education Mark talks about the work that he does as a counselor to help change the lives of students Working on students emotional and social skills Teaching elementary is exhausting! A teacher’s true calling Mark talks about the most important part of a teacher’s job.

[25:27 – 49:26] Introducing Hope to Students Mark talks about his strategies when facing elementary students He discusses the differences between working with elementary and high school students We share stories of our struggles with working with elementary students Putting relationships first over content 

[49:27 – 57:54] Accountability The battle between who’s going to control the setting of standards Re-evaluating the model of education

[57:55 – 01:03:46] Influence What influences you? Mark talks about what influences him to do the things he does.

[01:03:47 – 01:11:59] Closing Segment Things that you should be taking away with you from this episode Final thoughts and words of advice Connect with Mark. Links below.   Tweetable Quotes: “I just want to encourage parents to take charge of their kids' learning.” – Mark Neese “Educators love your kids.” – Mark Neese

You can connect with Mark on https://www.facebook.com/mark.neese.7 (Facebook) or https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-neese-0428101a/ (LinkedIn).

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