Whispers of Hope av Bertie Simmons

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<p><em>Whispers of Hope, The Story of My Life</em>, is a compelling narrative detailing the life of a young girl born in the deep south during the Jim Crow era.  Her tale includes her realization that to make a better life for herself and others, she must run away from the struggles of her young life and go headlong into a world about which she knows nothing. </p><p>Bertie Simmons eventually finds her way to Houston where she serves successfully for 58 years in many leadership positions within a large urban school district.  Her career included experiences as a teacher, elementary school principal, assistant superintendent, district superintendent, and high school principal.  <em>Whispers of Hope</em> allows the reader to witness the painfully slow process of integration and introduces the heroes who demonstrated the courage to fight for equity in education.  </p><p>Bertie Simmons’ journey includes numerous awards and recognitions such as being named HEB&