TED: How students of color confront impostor syndrome | Dena Simmons

The speaker shares her journey from growing up in a challenging Bronx neighborhood to attending a boarding school where she felt out of place. Despite achieving academic success, she struggles with imposter syndrome and critiques the education system's impact on students of color. She emphasizes the importance of creating safe and inclusive classrooms that honor students' identities.

Describe the living situation of the speaker during their childhood.

What were some of the challenges the speaker faced in their neighborhood?

How did the speaker's mother respond to the dangers of their environment?

What was the significance of the boarding school experience for the speaker?

How did the speaker feel about their identity while attending boarding school?

What impact did the speaker's educational journey have on their sense of belonging?

Discuss the concept of 'imposter syndrome' as described by the speaker.

What are the implications of the statistics regarding students of color in education?

How did the speaker create a supportive classroom environment for their students?

What message does the speaker convey about the importance of identity in education?