This panel featured at EdFest 2025 powered by Summer House Institute will explore the profound impact of Black and Brown men in education. Speakers will share their personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs in the classroom, as well as offer guidance for new educators navigating the profession.

Featuring: Sterling Grimes (moderator), Kurk Watson, DJuan Barnes, Torre Holmes, Chauncey Pickens

The Power of Exposure is a podcast brought to you by the Summer House Institute. This podcast series documents individual reflections from members of the cohorts of the Summer House Institute. The series will highlight the inner workings of SHI and also the experiences and reflections of each member as they are exposed to opportunities within public education. Check out these episodes and learn about the experiences of these Black males as they reflect on their summer learning about the inner-workings of public education in America.

The Power of Exposure is a podcast brought to you by the Summer House Institute. This podcast series documents individual reflections from members of the cohorts of the Summer House Institute. The series will highlight the inner workings of SHI and also the experiences and reflections of each member as they are exposed to opportunities within public education. Check out these episodes and learn about the experiences of these Black males as they reflect on their summer learning about the inner-workings of public education in America.