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Feb 25, 2025
"We cannot teach humans anything. We can only help them discover it within themselves." --Galileo Galilei
One Experience Away from Discovering
The Honored Podcast shines a light on life-changing teachers across the country. This one features Kurk Watson, a drama teacher from Philadelphia, who also founded “OPEX Park, which stands for opportunities and experience that are mixed together.” Using creative methods, Kurk helps students step out of their comfort zones, and “provides a pathway for students to uncover interests they might not have otherwise realized.” One of his students tells how Kurk’s classes are the highlight of his day, and that “Kurk serves as a mentor, guiding his students to grow, not only as performers but as individuals.” He leads with kindness, empathy, and humor, and the kids trust him. Kurk says, “All of us are one experience away from discovering a new love or passion. So for me, the philosophy is to put as many experiences in front of kids as possible to ultimately develop a love or passion early on so they can cultivate that as they grow.”
BE THE CHANGE
Make it a point to thank someone, perhaps one of your teachers, who has helped you discover something within yourself. If they are not reachable, thank a teacher in your community. Let them know they make a difference.
