Leah Fleming

Montclair State University 2016
Communications Studies/ Public Relations

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

@tanyatm25 Join in— find a march, join a group, engage in a protest. Reposting an image has no effect compared to true actions and support.

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

A3: Love points out that an ally is simply present, showing support but not acting to support. I see this all the time on social media, where my timeline can be filled with post supporting causes like Black Lives Matter, yet nothing noting participation #morethansurvive

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Q3: In chapter 5, what distinctions does Dr. Love make between allies and co-conspirators? What examples do you have from your own experiences that demonstrate this distinction? #MoreThanSurvive

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

A4: Owning your identity and being proud of it allows you to be the best and fullest version of yourself. If our students are proud of who they are, they will be eager to learn and proud of all they can accomplish #morethansurvive

[Tsɔɔlɔ Awo @Okaikor]

Part 2---Q4: What role do you think Black joy plays in our collective liberation and the teaching of Black children? #MoreThanSurvive

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

@Okaikor Celebrating culture is so important, especially at a young age. As an early childhood educator, I feel that I can help make a difference by showing students how important their differences, experiences, and cultures are

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

A2: While I haven’t seen abolitionist teaching in action, this book has made me reflect on my own teaching style and how I can be a part of this abolitionist movement #morethansurvive

[Tsɔɔlɔ Awo @Okaikor]

Q2: Forgot to add the image--here we go: #MoreThanSurvive

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

A1: My high school, which did not have a uniform, attempted to ban certain colors from being worn, as they could be associated with gangs or social groups that weren’t approved by administration #morethansurvive

[Tsɔɔlɔ Awo @Okaikor]

Here is the question--Q1: Can you think of examples of spirit murdering you experienced or witnessed as a student or educator? #MoreThanSurvive

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

A0: Leah here from the #NewarkTeacherProject and MSU. Ready to chat about Love’s book! #MoreThanSurvive

[Tsɔɔlɔ Awo @Okaikor]

Q0: Thank you for joining our chat! Please tell us your name, where you are from (school/state) and what brings you here to our chat? #MoreThanSurvive

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

@thisiszhane

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

A4: I am hoping to gain the skills I need to be a successful teacher! And for a great year! 🤗 #NewarkTeacherProject

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Q4: Last question. What are you hoping for by the end of the experience? #NewarkTeacherProject

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

Q3: I see myself developing into a teacher that empathizes with students from all walks of life that students can trust and feel comfortable with #NewarkTeacherProject

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Q3: my bad—not the last— How do you envision yourself growing and developing from your experience with the program? #NewarkTeacherProject

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

A2: I’m looking forward to learning new ways to relate to students and experiencing all that NTP and NPS have to offer #NewarkTeacherProject

[Tsɔɔlɔ Awo @Okaikor]

Q2: What are you most looking forward to this year with us?! #NewarkTeacherProject

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

A1: Meeting all of the other NTPers has been super exciting for me! I’m enjoying learning from everyone and building new relationships #NewarkTeacherProject

[Tsɔɔlɔ Awo @Okaikor]

Q1: What has been most exciting about your orientation experience with the #NewarkTeacherProject so far?

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

A0: Hi! I’m Leah I’m a career-changer and excited to start teaching and learning from Newark students #NewarkTeacherProject

[Tsɔɔlɔ Awo @Okaikor]

Q0: Tell us your name and what’s been your journey to this point? #NewarkTeacherProject

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

After 4 years at Montclair State, I believe that I am prepared to create PR plans and campaigns for many situations and industries.

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

Structure and organization are extremely important to me. I tend to try my best to be prepared for any situation with a strategic plan.

[Leah Fleming @lfleming225]

After working at a daycare for many years, I have developed a sense of creativity and spontaneity that can be helpful in many situations