Wright's Law: A Unique Teacher Imparts Real Life Lessons | The New York Times

Jeffrey Wright uses wacky experiments to teach children about the universe, but it is his own personal story that teaches them the true meaning of life.

Teaching is always easy. Mr. Wright is your normal teacher. He uses experiments in the classroom to engage with his students.

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[neilthomas]

He's a teacher at my school in Louisville Kentucky, male high school and he's the most respected man I know.

[jamierodgers]

People like him make the world a better place. A truly great person.

[and.rew.tran.]

It absolutely melted my heart when the boy hugged his daddy.

[satoshinakamto]

No matter how tough you are this is a tear jerker.

[MusicHavenSG]

Such an inspirational man. It's a pity this day and age that we don't have teachers like him.

That is how a teacher should be. God bless him!

[rooster]

this man deserves a written hug from us all ☺...

[SauceBoss]

“Do you love us?”

“More than you know”

❤️

[NaturallyNellzy]

He is an amazing teacher and father. I wish I could have taken him in high school.

[brycerowland]

Being one of his current students, I can tell you that this man has influenced my life in more ways than one. He is a role model for future generations and his giving heart knows no bounds. I love him and am glad he has this chance to impact the world.

[monkeyboy]

Yeah he's a great man. I was very lucky to have him as a teacher.

[mlivingstonrt]

It was by chance in looking for a physics video for my students that I saw this video. Wow! As a physics instructor in an inner city college, I have seen my share of adversity in my students and in my personal life. Mr. Wright, nothing compares to your situation, your strength and your insight. You are an example of a true teacher that not only nurtures the mind, but also the spirit. I admire you and hope that the good Lord blesses you, your family and your students.

[kathyanderson]

This amazing man has a very special by his special son. If we could all focus on connecting and bringing out the best in others, even if it means adapting ourselves, love and learning would be the greatest wealth we would ever possess.

[melaniemiller]

Tears of joy and compassion. Wonder how Mr. Wright and the family are today.

[halestrom]

I cried when he was telling his students about his son... and who ever dislike this or didn't fell how strong and positive this man is should be a shame of themself

[philrochat]

What a great great exceptional genuine beautiful person. God bless you and you pr family mr wright. I wish there were more like you in this world

[djsoundsorcerer]

Mr. Wright, I wish the world had more men like you. All it takes is someone who loves what they do, to inspire others...and you have inspired me. I wish you all the best and hope for your son, he continues to develop his ASL and communicate with you and the world what its like for him in his world...that to me is the best way to understand a disease like his. I hope you continue to teach with the same amazing approach you use. You can really see how much affect you have, when the students around you, show you how much you mean to them like this video. I am so happy I stumbled across it...it made my day.

[mariannetolentino]

He chose to be there for his child. And he chose to be brave to make it easy for the child. That's a parent's love.

[LonnieDilan]

I wish there were teachers that care like this when I was in high school. Seriously great person.

[rickbiessman]

I just rediscovered this video 8 years after seeing it for the first time. I had forgotten about it. But I don’t think I will anymore. I’m in teacher’s training myself now and while I’m not Jeffrey Wright, I’m going to look up to him and people like him to see my profession not only as a job, but a calling.

[jstMichael]

Such a heart breaking story. He would be a wonderful role model for fathers who don't know how to appreciate life and love.