Half a World Away - Matthew Norris '24

About this episode

Matthew Norris discusses his journey and how it influences his teaching at Helena Middle School.

Matthew Norris BS, School of Education and Human Sciences, 2024 Teacher, Helena Middle School More Information UAB News - "There you are, not here I am" - Elementary education graduate uses personal journey to impact future students Birmingham Times - "If hopelessness had a basement, I would be living in it due to my given circumstances; but God, being rich in mercy, had a different plan for me."

People in this episode

Guest: Matthew Norris

Topics covered

• education
• personal journey
• impact on students

Keywords

• UAB
• School of Education and Human Sciences
• teacher
• Helena Middle School

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Half a World Away -

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