Donna Marie Merritt "JD"

The video features a teacher reading a poem from the book 'We Walk Together'. The teacher shares a personal story about giving a poetry book to a homeless man, which inspired the themes of the book, including homelessness and addiction. The poem 'JD' is read, highlighting a student's struggles in an overcrowded classroom. The teacher reflects on the need for better funding in education to support students like JD.

What inspired the speaker to pay more attention to the people around them?

• Attending a community meeting

• Reading a book about social issues

• A personal experience with a homeless man

• A conversation with a friend

What is the main reason JD acts out in class according to the poem?

• He is trying to avoid doing homework

• He finds the classroom environment overwhelming

• He dislikes the teacher

• He wants to impress his classmates

What does JD do after being sent to the office?

• He reads his book in peace

• He talks to the principal

• He calls his parents

• He plays video games

According to the speaker, why do students like JD fall through the cracks in the education system?

• Overcrowded classrooms and insufficient resources

• Lack of interest from parents

• Students not wanting to learn

• Teachers not being qualified

What does the speaker hope for the future of the education system?

• Better funding to help students like JD

• More technology in classrooms

• More extracurricular activities

• Smaller schools