Dave RussellIn this episode, we meet Dave Russell.  He teaches middle school at the McKinley South End Academy.  The school serves students with special emotional, behavioral and learning needs.  Dave talks about the mutual support of the McKinley faculty; about the daily challenges of proving to his students that, despite tough circumstances, they really can learn, improve, and succeed. Dave also reflects on his steadfast efforts to improve his craft over a 34-year teaching career.