Participant Spotlight: Greg Berry

Greg Berry, Boston Public Schools Paraprofessional

What is your favorite work related activity during this time?

Remote Learning in Google Classroom for the subjects of Science and History.

If you could have dinner with one person, who would it be and why?

My mother. She passed away 4 years ago. I miss our dinner conversations where she would talk to me about what it was like in her time.

If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be any why?

It would definitely be seafood. I can eat shrimp, crab, lobster, scallops and fish pretty much all the time. I love it.

What is your favorite book or who is your favorite author and why?

Finding Forrester by James Ellison. The reason why I like this book is because it touches on friendship, family and how two people can connect to each other no matter the color of their skin or age. The love of something can bring two people together and create a powerful bond.

What have you learned about yourself that has helped you cope in this COVID-19 environment?

I learned a lot about patience and the power to adapt and adjust to things on the fly.

What is the best piece of advice you've received or a favorite quote that keeps you motivated?

Best Advice: See yourself for who you are, not what people want you to be and strive for all things great!

Favorite Quote: "Get Better when no one is looking. Success is better when it's a surprise" - Unknown