In this episode of Class Dismissed with Dr. K, we sit down with Gyamesi Augustina, a passionate early childhood educator from the Ashanti Region of Ghana. With over 18 years of experience, Augustina shares her journey teaching kindergarten in rural communities, highlighting the deep gaps in early childhood education and the creative ways teachers are bridging them with limited resources. We discuss the challenges of underfunded classrooms, the undervaluing of early education, the critical role of community support, and practical solutions that can transform rural learning. It's a powerful, eye-opening conversation on why early education must be prioritized to change the future.

Class dismissed—until next time, let’s keep the conversation going!

In this episode of Class Dismissed with Dr. Kay, Dr. Kachi, founder of Train the Trainer (TTT), discusses her mission to empower teachers, especially in rural communities, and restore dignity to the teaching profession. She shares insights from her own journey in education, from teaching in universities to creating innovative solutions for teacher training in underserved areas.

Dr. Kachi emphasizes the importance of mindset in education, particularly how teachers can use what they have to create impactful learning experiences, despite limited resources. She highlights the challenges teachers face, such as low pay, lack of respect, overwork, and insufficient training, while offering practical advice on how to address these issues, including fostering collaboration and utilizing technology creatively.

The conversation also touches on how parents and policymakers can support teachers, the need for a curriculum overhaul, and the role of government in improving infrastructure and teacher compensation.

Dr. Kachi's words inspire listeners to appreciate teachers' work and advocate for systemic changes in education, all while maintaining hope and determination to make a positive difference.

Class dismissed—until next time, let’s keep the conversation going!"