Rita Pierson

I remember the very first time I heard her speak on TED Talks, I fell in love with the way she talked about caring for the kids, and making them believe in themselves. My Condolences to her family and all that knew and loved her.

I am still inspired by you. What a legacy!

God rest her beautiful soul.

Every time I watch her Ted talk, I cry, every time! Her words and her delivery were exquisite. A real blessing from God.

My true teacher mentor. Mrs. Pierson made me realize something about teaching that college does not teach or prepare you for, something so much bigger than that. She made a tremendous impact on my teaching career and inspired me to make those student connections. I can´t even begin to express how rewarding that felt. I still tear up to this day watching her videos and wished I could have told her in person how much her words meant to me. It´s been a few years since her passing and although...

Thank You I remain inspired by you and your work. I Thank You for your contribution to humanity, education and the lives of other individuals such as myself that went on to teach children and young people With Endless Gratitude and Love

Dr. Pierson, I THANK YOU WHOLEHEARTEDLY for ALL you did. I am appreciative beyond description. You inspired me to teach AND LOVE ALL CHILDREN. Thank God for allowing us to have you.