This is the second interview we conducted this week. We interviewed the only African American teacher at our school. Coach Bell gave us some amazing examples and his perspective of what its like to be an American minority. Coach Bell's perspective is very unique in that he is the only African American teacher at Olathe West. This was our final interview for the project.
1. What are some challenges that occur in your everyday life because of your race?
2. What does equality mean to you as a minority?
3. How do you think people of your race view Americans?
4. How has inequality in the past affected others in your family?
5. What is your view from the mountain top and why is that your view?
Coach Bell talks about the challenges he faced during high school as an African American trying to date white girls. He believes equality would be everyone being treated equally and fairly. He said he can only speak for himself when asked how he thinks people of his race view Americans. Inequality has effected his family negatively in the past. Coach Bell told us about how his parents faced fights and being spit on during their time in school. Coach Bell's view from the mountain top is that everyone is being treated equally and having the same opportunities and access to things like healthcare.
This interview has been edited and uploaded to youtube for the public.
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