"Black educators matter because they inspire the next generation to reach their full potential."

Dr. Gregory Ross

President, Head of School at West End School

https://www.ace-edservices.com/

"I strive to be the educator that my younger self needed."

In this enlightening episode, we are honored to welcome Dr. Gregory Ross, a dynamic leader and educator, who shares his powerful journey from a young boy in Paducah, Kentucky, to the president of the West End School in Louisville. Dr. Ross reflects on the profound influence of his mother and other educators, particularly highlighting the importance of representation in education and how it shaped his belief in the potential of every child.

"We must prioritize purpose over promotion."

Dr. Ross provides invaluable advice for first-year educators, underscoring the importance of humility, reverence and the willingness to learn from those around them. His call to action for Black educators is both inspiring and urgent: to recognize the power they hold in shaping the future and to instill a sense of excellence in their students.