My Story
Jerry Goodwin
Jerry Goodwin was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1951 and raised in Chicago, Illinois, from 1952 to 1969. After attending college in Atlanta, Georgia, he worked for AT&T before following his passion for education. Over the course of 40 years, he served as a history teacher, counselor, and coach in multiple sports for 30 years.
A self-described introvert, Goodwin is deeply committed to helping students discover their self-worth and purpose. Through this book, he hopes to inspire readers who feel lost or uncertain, reminding them that success is always possible with perseverance. His legacy is rooted in encouragement, resilience, and the belief in never giving up.
