Chester Higgins - Teachers Make a Difference - Bernest Brooks & P.H. Polk

The speaker reflects on the profound influence of two mentors, Mr. Brooks and Mr. Polk. Mr. Brooks, a social studies teacher, instilled pride in one's origins and emphasized character over background. Mr. Polk, a photographer, taught the importance of acceptance and the creative process in photography. Both mentors demonstrated that personal growth and problem-solving come from within, not from external tools or status. These lessons have had a lasting impact on the speaker's life and teaching philosophy.

What key lesson did Mr. Berenice Brooks impart about one's origins?

• It's important to hide where you're from.

• Your background defines your future.

• Success is determined by your current location.

• Be proud of where you're from and focus on where you're heading.

How did Mr. Brooks and Mr. Polk view people with different educational backgrounds?

• They believed education was the most important aspect of a person.

• They only interacted with people of similar education.

• They embraced and accepted everyone equally.

• They distanced themselves from less educated people.

What did Mr. Polk teach about the role of equipment in photography?

• The photographer's eye is more important than the equipment.

• Expensive equipment guarantees great photos.

• A good lens is essential for a good photo.

• The best camera makes the best picture.

What was the greatest value of the lesson Mr. Polk taught about photography?

• It emphasized the need for multiple lenses.

• It instilled confidence in creative problem-solving.

• It was about the importance of expensive equipment.

• It focused on the technical aspects of photography.

What mindset did Mr. Polk encourage for solving problems?

• Avoid thinking about potential problems.

• Focus on what-ifs and prepare for them.

• Think creatively to solve problems.

• Rely on equipment to solve issues.