LeBron James is Trying to Change his Hometown for Good, is it Working? | Foreign Correspondent

[@alexandragrace8164]

Whenever someone who has had incredible fortune in life takes that good fortune and gives back to the less fortunate, I think that’s something to celebrate.

[@Zeno_334]

Well said.

[@Jrt91]

Actually it doesn’t ever work as it makes people reliant on the help rather than doing it themselves

[@j4genius961]

@@Jrt91 Or...it gives them the opportunity to make it themselves

[@ardelllewis9892]

Sometimes we look at successful systems and think to our selves that these plat forms were developed over night, not realizing that in some instances it is the handy work of decades even generations some who never even had the opportunity to see the success. Congratulate a good thing and support it for there is a due reward.

[@SanRhuan]

He really sets the standards for SO MANY people, on and specially off the court. The blueprint. You can see LeBron never really left Cleveland, and Cleveland definetly never left him. This kind of work don't get talked about enough, great take.

[@chidogg93]

Success or not. Give credit for the time and effort they have put into this 👍🏽👍🏽

[@theadventuresofzoomandbettie]

definitely, there are different paths to living successful lives, and many of them aren't reflected by a score on a maths quiz.

[@jacquii9748]

I found the attitude of the school board difficult to believe. The school has managed to stop it's students falling any further behind which is a huge achievement in that setting, and children are progressing to high school. This charity is tackling disadvantage from every direction and they will see change over time. This was such an inspiring story!

[@ymlpageofficial]

That kid who just roast MJ at the end really stole the spotlight 😅

[@lesliedddawson]

“… just (made) babies.” Ouch. That stung 😂

[@kennethsmith6367]

Considering how much of a personal fortune LeBron has amassed, it’s pretty impressive how much he has given back to his hometown. He seems to be doing more than trying to be good role model. He’s also trying to do actual good deeds for others.

[@Zeno_334]

I am from India, and I love LeBron James, not for his basketball skills, but for his humanity. I wish Indian cricket stars had one-hundredth of LeBron's sense of purpose and generosity of spirit. America is fortunate to have beautiful humans like LeBron. P.S. Thank You, foreign correspondent, for covering news that the world should be watching, and hearing.

[@devraga9612]

The interesting thing is - this started the very first year he was in the NBA, so he didn't wait until being really successful - it was literally after he got Nike contract. Impressive.

[@FATHERSOFBASS]

New respect for LEBRON James!!! I never knew he has been doing this since he got his first moneys! Shit this made me cry but it was good tears happy tears for alllllll these kids that are being blessed by one man!!! LEBRON IS TRUELY A KING 🫡💪💙

[@Rjames1099]

I like how he uses his influence to makes sure these big companies gives back in some way. It’s all PR and money, but as long as the kids and families are flourishing I’m happy. Education, and the right assistance can propel people out of poverty for good. That’s the real change America needs

[@geemup557]

Any one that knows how the US Gov works will not be surprised with this. The curriculum being taught is set by the US gov and the teachers came from the same system and now that same system is blaming someone else for its mistakes. Typical US policy.

[@brandblue8980]

more than about basketball stats or even test scores. though they can be useful. this is about not giving up on children, family, community. it may not be perfect. nothing ever is. truly caring makes a difference

[@shamonbest106]

It’s beyond admirable what his foundation is doing. Those children who attend the public I Promise School are already behind their peers in math, reading and science, thusly that’s why it’s a lottery system. To expect them to catch-up in five years is insane. If you’re on a first grade level yet you’re technically in the 3rd grade, is it reasonable to expect them to be on an 8th grade level in 5 years? 1st to 8th in 5 years… Let that sink in… I understand if these are gifted kids at a magnet or STEM school, then yes, going up several grade levels is highly likely.. But to expect children in the bottom percentile, devoid of the basic skills, to “Catch Up” 2 grade levels is missing the point entirely. That’s exactly what passing a standardized test does. It’s not a good way of measuring them against the benchmarks since they’ve already started from the rear.

[@naomiwickham395]

The majority of those children need lots of social, emotional and physical development before they are even able to absorb reading, writing and mathematical strategies. USA should be proud of such a giving athlete❤

[@MichelePonte]

Kids in third world countries are able to read, let’s not provide excuses for it. The main thing they should know teach is one of LeBron’s words: Discipline, and the rest will come easy

[@MrSwyl]

Lebron is like Muhammad Ali Goat. Jordan is like Sugar Ray Robinson GOAT.

[@jeremyhunter6008]

i dont care what anybody says about the G.O.A.T debate, this man has been an even bigger champion off the court and all the haters should just step back and take note.. great player, great family man and great comunity member and leader.. its not all about bounching a ball.

[@paddyholly2184]

Yes! One man Can Change the World!

[@continuousself-improvement1879]

He's giving back and that's all that matters. Everybody there need to pull together so this charity does not go to waste.

[@dana.j9062]

I believe if it Wasn't for his mom Gloria, LeBron James wouldn't become who he's today!! Thanks to both for doing what they have been doing to change families in Akron Ohio!! God Bless them all !!!

[@derekchatman2595]

This is so freaking awesome! Small steps, leading to a big achievement.

[@Freshasimis]

Great job King LEBRON for giving back. To the WE are family team Great work

[@QbanoPuraSepa]

Diehard warriors fan... this shit brought tears to my eyes. What an amazing story. He needs his own movie asap!

[@lxpang]

It would be great if you could post of the full interview with the education policy analyst, please.

[@amihogatai8432]

some people to hate on. like the saying goes, haters will hate. to lebron james, the lebron james foundation and we are family, and supporters, keep doing what you are doing. god bless you all.

[@janicerichards8959]

I always love Lebron James. He is a Phenom!! Nuff Respect!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@marcnacianceno154]

God blessed you, Lebron!!! I pray that you can expand to every city in the US who are marginalized!!!

[@peterree30]

Keep going Lebron, you are amazing! I hope you can influence other affluent and influential people to see the joy and hope you bring to so many, and they get inspire them to do the same.

[@scottiecrawford_115]

New Subscribed Because of this Video😊So Inspired🙏🏻❤️❤️

[@RomeoBachatero]

True Champion of Humanity.. Something MJ will never have with his endless pit of self absorption egotism & prioritization of his personal gain. Say what you will about Jordans superiority on the court doesn't translate even on the least to the social economical impact given by LBJ the battle for legit Goat is truly played off the court as well as on the court

[@nomadonviaje4255]

Dafuq you mean? Mj gave all his wizards year salary to 911 victims.

[@Maiitech1207]

This is how news should be reported. A reporter goes and investigates. It looks like the impact is immense. The test scores most likely highlight where the families are starting from. Hopefully as the support system for families strengthens - "it takes a village " - and turnover of principals reduces, the test scores will improve.

[@cousinchris5851]

I'm rooting for the I PROMISE organization. I know they'll get those math test scores up soon. Akron needed this. I wish Youngstown, Lorain and Canton had this.

[@lilytea3]

1:30: 🏀 LeBron James builds a village to help the poorest families in his hometown and tackle social issues 5:54: 🏀 LeBron James' journey from high school basketball star to philanthropist. 8:59: 🏫 LeBron James opens the I Promise School in Akron, Ohio to support at-risk third and fourth graders struggling in school and at home. 13:36: 🏢 The I Promise School in Akron, Ohio provides wraparound support and resources to students living in poverty. 18:02: 🏫 LeBron James' I Promise school in Akron, Ohio is changing lives and bringing the community together. 26:41: 🏀 LeBron James' I Promise program in Akron, Ohio, is helping underprivileged kids graduate high school and go to college. Recap by Tammy AI

[@benjaminpadilla4857]

All this works for good because LeBron is an upright person . He's good and level headed . A lot people hate on this man but he doesn't let the hate change him. He does everything right for his family for his friends for his community for his team for his countrymen.

[@gregoryhunter961]

SO INSPIRING!😊😊😊😊

[@djjazzo4287]

My city Philadelphia needs this now

[@ambition112]

0:33: 🏀 LeBron James, the greatest basketball player of all time, uses his success to give back to his hometown and help those in need. 4:51: 🏀 LeBron James' journey from the hood to the suburbs and his impact on basketball. 9:06: 🏫 LeBron James opens a school in Akron for at-risk students. 13:11: 🏫 LeBron James Family Foundation funds a public school and provides resources for students and families. 17:54: 📚 LaRiyah and her mother share their experiences with the I Promise ballot and how it has positively impacted their lives. 22:11: 👥 LeBron James reflects on his childhood and the impact of bringing the community together in Akron. 25:54: 📚 The I Promise Institute is committed to education reform and helping students succeed beyond test scores. Recap by Tammy AI

[@nomadonviaje4255]

Mj all day

[@marjoriehapgood4547]

LeBron James is one of a kind on and off the Basket ball court he is bless from head to toe so it’s no wonder he is such a dominant Basket ball player for so long I am happy to be able to learn so much about him from the internet it’s amazing what he has done for the community he grew up in his mother is also blessed for the the way she raised him at such a young age God bless you and your son I am never tired to watch him in action Amen

[@adelagtarap9352]

Wow what a HEART hopefuly LBJ will be the starting block for others to emulate HELPING IS SHARING❤❤❤

[@whores830]

Jordan would be proud to build a foundation called " I GAMBLED "😂😂😂

[@annettecrossley2154]

Amazing I Promise School! Giving back and helping others❤😂😊🎉

[@GoldDiamondJewelsGDJ-mu9hn]

It is absolutely ridiculous to look at test scores as a sole determinant of success. As far as I am concerned if the program stops kids from hanging on the streets and getting into trouble by providing a safe environment and leads them to a job then that is still great!!

[@___Anakin.Skywalker]

bruh LeBron the GOAT He do done better for his hometown than Jordog

[@joshuag451]

Love this story

[@terrance_35]

LeBron James HomeTowe goat 🐐 Trying Change 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿🔥🔥

[@EaGerTYryhMe_-.]

This doesn't get the attention it deserves lbj really is superhuman 🙏

[@arisejeff]

I think it's great what he's doing and how the documentary showed the results were actually very poor to be realistic instead of politically correct. It takes more than money to fix these bigger social issues but this is a great direction

[@gregoryhunter961]

INSPIRING ❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@rickovanti982]

Great initiative but,as a teacher of 20 years, would love to have seen more on the 4 principals in 3 years topic. Presumably talented people too. Some issues there.

[@supremeguru2753]

King James was my classmate in Highschool he was very like by everyone nothing like this ever happened here until king James made it happened.

[@jerrysmith8899]

Giving back to his former community says a lot about the man LeBron James.

[@humbleonemoretime7025]

Help is always needed

[@upgr8king]

👑 🐐

[@hawkeyeeagle5280]

Inspirational

[@davidwatson3304]

...rockin' wit da King till tha cows come home! ❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉😊

[@jaygray7883]

I think what the school board failed to understand is that most of the students at the school come from some craziness at the home front. So you combine whatever volatility and traumas are being experienced at home with trying to ace MATH or whatever then it becomes easy to understand. Lastly piggybacking on what the young gentleman said at the end, everybody learns at different paces. I was never a Lebron fan, however im rooting for him with his I Promise mission.

[@dirkdirksen2229]

He’s not my goat, but this is special

[@zoeolsson5683]

Academic success is so dependant on a stable home environment. Poverty really destabilises home environments. The fact that the kids are only 2 years behind in math on par when they began is a triumph!

[@mikebrown9521]

We love LBJ

[@sopharchan2022]

Lebrone does nothing but good deeds good man

[@Kabaselefh]

The best reward NBA can give Lebron for retirement is his own NBA franchise.

[@ANTOSEINC]

God bless you LeBron. Your mom is rewarded ❤❤❤❤

[@mrme2653]

This is why they don't like lebron!!! Just think if ever rich black person did this??, no more poverty!!!!!! Overnight

[@IppiopaidFEEDBACK]

Jordans the greatest, Kobe's my favourite, but I got to give LeBron his props!

[@jacquelineperry8515]

But they have to help by being good kids and doing the right things in life.and work to be productive citizens.

[@josevaladez8056]

He did what Micheal Scott never could do with Scott’s Tots, God Bless You Lebron

[@sayfurrazzaque6315]

🫡 king james the 🐐🐐🐐

[@chikankulabeza5808]

LEGOAT James!

[@misterjahi]

There's better educators and school leaders that can stick and stay for the long term and help with academic excellence. They are just not in the current orbit. As a former school executive I have wisdom to share. Emotions don't change grades or keep principals long term. Solid plans and willingness to see beyond your orbit and bring in new partners who are proven with best practices and intelligence over emotions equals more student success.

[@dantewilliams7458]

Yessir

[@bashercleaner863]

My goat on and off the court 🫡🫡🫡🫡🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐👑👑👑👑👑👑 goat james

[@zenithofcourse5369]

Go King!

[@YordkarYordkar]

“LeBron is the greatest of all time undisputed” 😂

[@THECOMPANYJCIL]

God bless lebron james

[@geemup557]

That kid said was hating on Jordan while wearing a Jordan outfit. HAHA

[@richardturner1063]

Keep trying people keep moving on 😁

[@AlmonRaphael]

Big up Big up Big up 💪🏽....😎

[@sunN.Y]

LeGoat

[@VernadettePJYoungmo]

I promise

[@bashercleaner863]

Lebron james king for president fa sho 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@jamespodesva399]

His SCHOOL is a FRONT for NBA..The passing rate at THE SCHOOL is well...0%!!! Changing what???

[@anthonydejesusboxingMay1st]

If lebron gets in boxing ring keep the bike keep the school

[@oskarfassler4088]

💙💙💙

[@anthonyali483]

Its not bron he gives money and takes the ppl there everyday who will make it work or not

[@raymondparnell439]

If every Black kid thinks they can be a rapper or a sports star they will continue to suffer.

[@jaycelvillasenor1947]

There's always room for improvement, its nothing to do about the test score! I know billionaires are unfinished with studying!, so what are you gonna say now?

[@InitialRelic593]

If Lebron wants this to succeed, he will need to drop the far left ideology which he is embracing and get back to the centre.! Also far right ideology doesn’t work too!

[@tambokavz]

To them bron a god to me. They don’t know Jordan

[@bronrage6]

LEGOAT

[@ycshittu5412]

Nobody has passed maths. Imagine.. lebron is really helping them lol.

[@luerodgers1795]

🙏🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💯💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾🙏🏾

[@MayorSom]

If anything it expose the local gov failure and money being mismanaged

[@rhyscampbell8394]

Where are the fathers?.. and how many are baby mothers with multiple fathers they use for money.. see alot of people who need to take some ownership before being selfish and having children

[@BIGTRUCKKORN]

😂😂😂LePropaganda

[@JayArLouis]

Champion? LeBroom,, MICHAEL JORDAN & KOBE ARE THE CHAMPIONS BECAUSE WITHOUT KOBE, LeBronze HAPPENED, WITH BLACK MAMBA The USA TEAM WAS REDEEEMED FOR THE GOOOLD MEDAL LEBROOM/LEBRONZE IS OVERHYPED

[@missinglink2416]

for 3 years not a single 8th grader student pass state test MATH..That is a big program. You can't have a school that only produce athletes. Still much respect to Lebron and the foundation.

[@teresamcgee-vd2uc]

Those students were below in the first place. The children were Below their class average it'll take more than 3 years to go from 2nd grade reading and math to 8th grade

[@ishirdeshmukh2868]

Them kids not passing because of the things in the school that's mesmerizing....it's not a regular school..it's hard to keep focus..Not saying it's a bad idea at all....just speaking from an adjustment perspective...Goin to that scholl is like going to a site seeing event....they need to be focused more..no disrespect to nobody...put some rough times living paintings in there and some hardship stuff just to keep them grounded and reminded...

[@ObscureManifesto]

So much for the "positive messaging", when the kids can't even pass the test.

[@gicz9419]

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