Feb 9
6 min read
Sidney Poitier Is an Immortal Teacher
He lives on forever because of his art and actions. So do the other great teachers who leave an indelible mark on our lives.
Sidney Poitier spoke often about the man who taught him how to read. After being rejected by the American Negro Theater for his thick Bahamian accent and inability to decipher a script, 16-year-old Poitier knew he had to lose the accent and gain some literacy skills. He was a…
