This archive report was first published on 17 September 2019.
Kenyan teacher Peter Tabichi, who won the prestigious 2019 Global Teacher Prize, met with US President Donald Trump on Monday, September 16, 2019, ahead of his special address at the UN General Assembly in New York.
According to White House Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham, Mr. Tabichi is an inspiration to Americans for his hard work and commitment to his students. She tweeted images of the 37-year-old science teacher's meeting with Mr. Trump, but did not give details of what was discussed during the meeting.
Ms. Grisham described Mr. Tabichi's dedication, hard work, and belief in his students' talent as 'amazing.' She noted that his poorly resourced school in Kenya had emerged victorious after taking on the country's best schools in national science competitions.
Mr. Tabichi, a member of the Franciscan Friars, has been recognized globally for his commitment to nurturing the academic abilities of his students, most of whom come from poor backgrounds. Following his win, he was appointed as the champion for children in conflicts and crisis by Varky Foundation, a London-based global charitable organization.
Mr. Tabichi is expected to give remarks on how he made it to the top of the teaching profession and explain how he manages to inspire great performance amongst children who live in a region where drought and famine are frequent.
