Through the Lens of a Teenage Sharecropper

By Dr. Gwen Sturrup Coverson

Although slavery was a practice of forced labor and restricted liberties, as a teenager that was not a part of my consciousness. During the summer months, I enjoyed the outdoors and being with family. Fast forward 50 years, I can only imagine the mounting debt that families endured.  

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• Language: English
• Publisher: Gwendolyn Coverson Publishing
• Release date: Dec 28, 2023
• ISBN: 9781962569033

Dr. Gwen Sturrup Coverson

With great honor and distinction, Dr. Coverson dedicated over 40 years of her life to the noble profession of teaching and administration. Her remarkable journey led her to receive prestigious awards such as Teacher of the Year, the Superintendent's Urban Initiative Award, and an Invitation to the distinguished Harvard's Summer Institute for Principals. Additionally, her work with the "I Have a Dream " Foundation continued to transform the lives of countless underprivileged students. Her unyielding spirit and insatiable thirst for knowledge propelled her forward. Determined to break free from the chains of limitations, she sought solace in books, immersing herself in a world of letters and knowledge. A Humble mentor and guide, she instilled in her students the importance of perseverance, determination, and the unwavering belief in the power of education. Dr. Coverson, a teenage sharecropper turned scholar, stands tall as a testament to the indomitable human spirit. Her story inspires generations to strive for greatness, despite the challenges that lie ahead, and proves that through education and dedication, one can achieve the unthinkable.

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