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“Why Are All the Black Kids in the Hall?”

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By Jamelle Newsome

Born in St. Louis, MO, I never imagined that one day I’d be teaching, mentoring, coaching, and parenting. My childhood wasn’t conducive for yielding such results, but it turns out that all things are possible when there is love and support.

For me, this came through sports and the mentorship that followed. It’s safe to assume that without a commitment to high school athletics, I likely wouldn’t be here today writing these words. Now, in my 15th year of teaching and coaching in Chicago, IL, nothing is more rewarding than being able to instill in my students what was imparted to me back when I was just a freshman. This is why I teach.

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Jamelle Newsome is located in Chicago, IL, where he’s resided for the last 14 years. He is a father of three lovely children, a high school physical education teacher, and a track and field coach. He is passionate about mentoring and guiding young people towards becoming happy, content, productive versions of themselves.

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Jamelle Newsome
Jamelle Newsome
Jamelle Newsome is located in Chicago, IL, where he’s resided for the last 14 years. He is a father of three lovely children, a high school physical education teacher, and a track and field coach. He is passionate about mentoring and guiding young people towards becoming happy, content, productive versions of themselves.

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