Quote by Freeman A. Hrabowski III

My mother was an English teacher who decided to become a math teacher, and she used me as a guinea pig at home. My father had been a math teacher and then went to work at a steel mill because, frankly, he could make more money doing that.

$My mother was an English teacher who decided to become a mat$

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This quote highlights the educational background and career choices of the speaker's parents. The speaker's mother initially taught English but later transitioned to teaching math, using their child as a test subject. Meanwhile, the speaker's father pursued a similar path as a math teacher but ultimately left the profession to work at a steel mill for better financial opportunities. The quote provides a glimpse into the dynamics of balancing personal interests, financial stability, and passion for education within the family.

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