Bill Gates says Chicago teenagers taught him a thing or two about processing emotions
by Ally Marotti, Chicago Tribune
Feb 12, 2019
4 minutes
Last year, Bill Gates sat down with a group of teenage boys in Chicago and learned a little about processing anger.
He was at Al Raby High School in the East Garfield Park neighborhood, where he participated in a session in the Becoming a Man program. Launched in Chicago in 2001, the program helps young men explore their emotions and work on their decision-making skills. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has worked on teacher training and improving curriculum, but that kind of work - the kind that helps kids with their self-image and how to handle their stresses - is new to the foundation.
Bill and
You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.
Start your free 30 days