Educators are not born that way; they are nurtured by their environment.In this memoir, Michael Herman, known as The Hermanator, speaks to the education system and its treatment of minorities. As an educator, Mike teaches with heart and a little bit of panache, developing his unique style of reaching his students. From a young Jewish man who sports an afro to an experienced teacher whose "kids" become his kids, Michael (Mickey) matures to become the teacher known for his bling and ability to reach the most at risk students. Most of all, he becomes a man with a passion for the underdog and he is not afraid to show that passion.They Call Me "The Hermanator" is a memoir that showcases the life and teaching of Michael E. Herman. The book takes readers on a journey through the art of storytelling with tales that are at once hilarious and poignant. It is a fitting tribute to a man who got a second chance and who realizes that not everyone gets that opportunity. Mike Herman provides an inspirational model for teaching outside the box for better outcomes for his students.
