The Triple C Affect

Black Educators Matter: Project 500 Podcast

The Triple C Affect

“The world doesn’t really respond to them the way that we do.”

Henry Caudle - 7th Grade Special Education Math Teacher

Robert Chatmon - 12th Grade Economics Teacher

Dr. Aaron Carter Jr - Principal, US History Teacher (23 years)

https://www.thetriplecaffect.com/

“Tough love has been out since 2010. There is no tough love if they don’t love you.”

In this wonderful conversation, filled with quotables and wisdom, we are able to hear from 3 Black male educators. Mr. Robert Chatmon (making history and uplifting education was always in his blood), Mr. Henry Caudle (whose dad recommended that he become a substitute teacher, and his student inspired him to pursue a permanent career in education), and Dr. Aaron Carter Jr. (education was not his first passion, and he got started by teaching a school drumline) are The Triple C Affect. Together, they are transforming the trajectory of African American males in school, giving educators strategies to build social emotional relationships, and helping educational stakeholders understand the research behind the issue.

“I’m encouraged about where we are going, but we still have a long way to go.”

Black men are 2% of the teaching field, yet somehow, Mr. Caudle, Mr. Chatmon and Dr. Carter worked together (with other Black men!) in a school serving Black and Brown students, and they are ready to share their research and findings with others. When reflecting on the state of education in Black America, The Triple C Affect is optimistic. They break down the impact of Bloody Sunday and George Floyd on education, the availability of opportunities and programs, and how all of these elements influence the sociocultural context. They also share amazing advice for first year educators, and demonstrate the power of pursuing purpose. Tune in!