Ep. 3: Azya Maxton
CLASSY - A podcast by Gayle Danley
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Halfway through taping this episode with teacher and writer Azya Maxton, Gayle decided she wanted a WWAD wristband: What Would Azya Do. That’s because regardless of where she is or who she’s teaching, Azya leads with heart. Her superpowers are compassionate listening and offering a hug to any kid who feels alone. In this episode, Azya shares stories from her latest book: Before I Burn Out: Tales, Trials and Triumphs of a City School Teacher. She speaks honestly about the lows that made her examine what’s beneath a child “acting out,” her frustrations working within the Baltimore Public School system, and the highs that kept her there for so long. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classypodcast/support