As we begin 2021, many teachers still find themselves in a position to engage students through online learning. Our Character Development Program recognizes this change and has shifted to provide virtual learning versions of our curriculum. In addition, the CDP hosts monthly, virtual interviews with Medal of Honor Recipients to inspire students around the country with their stories of courage and selflessness.  

On January 28th, we have invited Recipient Kyle J. White to join us for our live webinar. This interview is an opportunity for middle and high school students to hear directly from a Medal of Honor Recipient. 

Share His Story 

Specialist Kyle J. White was deployed to Nuristan Province, Afghanistan in 2007. He served as a radio telephone operator during combat operations against the enemy. On November 9th, 2007, the soldiers attended a meeting with the Aranas Village elders. During their return to Bella Outpost, they were ambushed on a steep mountain face. 

Specialist Kyle J. White sprung into action and risked his own life to provide medical aid to the soldiers around him. When he had done all he could, he exposed himself once more to enemy fire to retrieve a working radio. His call to friendly forces allowed for precision airstrikes to end the enemy’s attack. Rescue helicopters were also sent in for his comrades. 

In 2014, Kyle J. White was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Barack Obama for going above and beyond the call of duty to save his fellow men. 

Register to Attend the Live Webinar

We invite you to join our webinar on January 28th, 2021, at 1 p.m. EST. You can register for the event here. 

When you register, you can submit any questions your students may have for Recipient Kyle J. White. There is also the option to submit questions during the event. 

Our YouTube channel is a great place to find learning supplements, especially past webinars. If you miss the event, you can find the full playlist of our previous webinars here. 

Our webinars aim to create a connection for students beyond the lessons. The goal is to take them out of the classroom and into their communities. We hope that by hearing from Recipient Kyle J. White, students will gain insight into U.S. history and be inspired to live a life of character. 

We look forward to having you and your students join in on this conversation. 

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