Apr 25, 2019
Joe Fatheree helped co-organize a recent national summit on school safety in the United States. In today's show, Joe talks about the summit, what schools are doing nationwide on safety, and the need to help lonely children who are struggling.
Joe Fatheree is an award-winning author, educator, and
filmmaker. He has received numerous educational awards, including
Illinois Teacher of the Year and the NEA's National Award for
Teaching Excellence. He was recently named one of the Top 10
Teachers in the World by the Varkey Foundation. He has served as
the Director of Strategic Projects for the National Network of
State Teachers of the Year in Washington, D.C. and is the
instructor of creativity and innovation at Effingham High School in
Illinois.
Fatheree's television work has aired nationally on PBS, The
Documentary Channel, Hulu, and the MLB Network. He is the recipient
of 3 Mid America Emmy Awards and a Telly.