July 8th 2024.
A teacher in Baltimore faced controversy and scrutiny after a video of his students fixing his hair went viral on TikTok. The teacher, Marquise White, had asked some of his female students to take down his braids during class, which sparked concern among parents and educators. However, despite the backlash, White's performance as an educator ultimately led to him keeping his job at Baltimore's Maya Angelou French Immersion School.
Initially, White faced a performance evaluation due to the heavily critiqued video. But in a recent update shared on social media by The Neighborhood Talk, he revealed that his success as an educator, as evident from his students' grades and test scores, played a significant role in the decision to allow him to continue teaching. White also clarified that his intention was not to gain "clout" through the video, as he has been a content creator for many years before becoming a teacher. He explained that he uses social media as a way to connect with his students and make learning more enjoyable for them.
Despite facing backlash for the video, White defended himself by stating that he often uses social media as a tool to benefit his school community. For example, he recalled how the principal had asked him to use his platform to successfully source solar eclipse glasses for students. However, while he was allowed to keep his job, he will still face a five-day suspension as a consequence.
Despite the suspension, White remains determined to return for the upcoming school year. He also made it clear that he will not let any "haters" stop him from posting content as a teacher. In fact, he plans on continuing to make learning fun and impacting the lives of countless students, just as he has been doing. As he eloquently put it, "Some people will never like you because your light irritates their demons...but shine anyway."
This situation serves as a reminder of the importance of finding creative ways to connect with students in today's age. As a teacher, White understands that using social media can be a valuable tool in engaging and inspiring his students. And despite facing criticism, he remains dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of his students. This is a valuable lesson for all educators to continue finding ways to make learning enjoyable and impactful for their students.
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