Orlando Patterson - Teachers Make a Difference - Noel A. White

The speaker reflects on the profound influence of Noel White, a high school teacher and coach, who stayed with the class from second grade through graduation. White's dedication and encouragement helped the speaker discover a passion for history and achieve academic success. Beyond academics, White taught the importance of kindness and love for one's subject, leaving a lasting impact on the speaker's life.

Who was the teacher that had the most significant impact on the narrator during high school?

• Peter Brown

• Mary Johnson

• John Smith

• Noel White

What was Noel White's approach to teaching and coaching?

• Strict and demanding

• Casual and indifferent

• Humble and devoted

• Unorganized and chaotic

What subject did Noel White encourage the narrator to pursue?

• Literature

• Science

• History

• Mathematics

How did Noel White assist the narrator in preparing for advanced level exams?

• By giving them additional homework

• By organizing group study sessions

• By providing extra lessons at his home

• By recommending online courses

What lasting lesson did the narrator learn from Noel White?

• The importance of competition

• The value of kindness and passion for one's subject

• The benefits of working alone

• The necessity of strict discipline