Unbelievable Story Of Teacher Who Helped Former Student Escape Afghanistan

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Sometimes real life truly is more remarkable than fiction. Two months ago when the Taliban took control of Afghanistan, Amir and his family found themselves stranded with no way out of the country. What happened next between Amir, his former high school teacher Kevin, and Kevin's former student Lieutenant Andrew has a Hollywood ending even director Ron Howard can't believe.
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@evanrice4296 2 жыл бұрын

Grateful to say I have had him as my teacher TWICE. By far the most impactful teacher I have ever had

@christagliaterra9244 2 жыл бұрын

I went to the high school where Mr. Haney taught and he also lives in my neighborhood, one of the greatest men I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting, always so nice when I see him around or in public and am not shocked at all he ended up doing something like this. He’s always had a huge impact in our community and always will.

@lucienmaddex2941 2 жыл бұрын

Aye chris

@davidhoffman8794 2 жыл бұрын

I recognize your last name

@sugma7610 2 жыл бұрын

Shut up

@h.a3567 2 жыл бұрын

Love that!! 👍👍👍💟

@Glenys8080 2 жыл бұрын

You are so very lucky, I grew up in 80s/90s Scotland where racism was ignored by our teachers, we had an extremely small diverse number of pupils who were Muslim, mixed race from South Africa or Hindu. We also had clear sectarianism in our school between Celtic/Rangers or Catholic and Protestants and also homophobia but again nothing was done about it. I’m so glad that Scotland has become much more progressive and accepting of diversity now.

@elizabethhoover4672 Жыл бұрын

I love that he explicitly took him aside to tell him that if anybody made him feel uncomfortable that he would immediately take care of it. Love it. Bless this man.

@richardchiren2425 Жыл бұрын

Amir feeling uncomfortable halfway around the world and he still took care of it!

@alibear6695 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in his public speaking class right now and he is such an incredible supportive teacher. He is everyone's go to when they need advice and we are all so lucky to have teachers like him in our school

@georgialee3432 10 ай бұрын

I finally ran into Kevin at the swimming club today. Is the first opportunity I had to talk to him and thank him for doing what he did for one of our own. He went more in depth into the story than daytime TV could allow. All of that was just divinely lined up.

@jackfinley199 Жыл бұрын

And another thing that’s really cool is I’ve know Andrew DeSilva since we were in Elementary School. I was in 1st Grade when he was in 2nd. He’s a year above me.

@veronicahixson8003 Жыл бұрын

SOMEONE NEEDS TO MAKE A MOVIE OUT OF THIS‼️‼️‼️‼️

@NethersCakes Жыл бұрын

exactly

@sherrymarsh736 Жыл бұрын

Yeah - Ron Howard! Surprised he didn't jump on that opportunity. What a story!

@lucindashewchuk3000 2 жыл бұрын

I think Ron Howard should make this story into a movie! Let the world hear of the incredible influence a teacher can have on the lives of young people. Our country needs more positivity and examples of people coming together to work through challenges. Teaching is a life changing profession.

@georgialee3432 10 ай бұрын

You may get your wish……I spoke with Kevin today. And that’s all I’ll say about that

@skipsidiqi 2 жыл бұрын

So thankful that my cousin is SAFE and ALIVE!

@justpassingthroughman 2 жыл бұрын

So am i! Found myself bubbling up in tears while smiling watching this.. so so grateful! I'm sure somebody else will ask soon... so I'll just go ahead and be the first, and how are YOU doing? ✌️

@donnettekalawan155 2 жыл бұрын

Praise the Lord

@debbiebramwell Жыл бұрын

Hallelujah!

@Truther1903 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kelly for putting people who aren’t celebrities on your show! I wish more talk shows did this!!!!!!

@Toshawilson 2 жыл бұрын

Everyone is responding with, “we need more teachers like this.” I would encourage you to become invested in the teachers in your life, or your kids life. I am a teacher, and I know MANY amazing teachers DO already exist. There are so many good people in this world already, if only we open our hearts to see them💕

@kerrybreckle4589 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for being a teacher! You are helping to shape the world with our future generation and are sadly underpaid and under valued. Teachers change lives and we need to re-examine our values so they can make a livable wage and get the respect they so badly need!

@kerrybreckle4589 2 жыл бұрын

@frisc0pn0ib0i Жыл бұрын

My godmother used to teach at my middle school and she made a huge impact in my life. Thank you for doing what you do…

@jadewolf22 Жыл бұрын

What we really need is better support and funding for teachers like this! So many of them are burnt out, overworked, and underfunded working in crowded environments with very little mental health support for their students and themselves. Local and federal governments need to invest more in schools to ensure we have as many teachers like him!

@sjed323 Жыл бұрын

You are absolutely right! I had a lot of amazing teachers in school! I definitely have a lot of respect for teachers and what you guys do! My Sister-in-Law is a teacher which has given me a just a peek into what goes into teaching. Thank you so much for what you do and all that you put into educating your students!

@alisonfraser3305 2 жыл бұрын

Ron Howard is looking at these guys and counting how many Oscars this story might be worth.

@nunnu8309 2 жыл бұрын

It will be better story with a twist when student plant bomb in neighbourhood and chant prayer while innocents will lost their life. How about that?

@ginnyyamamotosyphax291 2 жыл бұрын

We need more teachers like Kevin…more PEOPLE like him!

@EN-mh6sr 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like I can see Ron Howard's brain creating as he's listening. He's taking it all in...

@teresacatroppo2277 2 жыл бұрын

I was just thinking the same thing!

@justpassingthroughman 2 жыл бұрын

Right! I feel like he snapped back when she addressed him in the end lol

@saharapendatun5041 2 жыл бұрын

My thoughts too

@0029cost 2 жыл бұрын

I thought that same thing!!

@raeblackburn5487 2 жыл бұрын

THIS IS A TEACHER AT MY SCHOOL HE IS A LITERAL SAINT

@jackfinley199 2 жыл бұрын

As a Strath Haven Alumni, Mr. Haney was definitely one of the coolest and most awesome teachers I’ve ever had. This is so awesome to watch! You’re the man, Haney!!!!!!

@josegonza1ez Жыл бұрын

imagine 11 of your STUDENTS wanting you to officiate their wedding

@factfacts5998 2 жыл бұрын

This is USA 🇺🇸✊🏾 as a refugee I consider America my adapted mother. We love this country so much.❤️✌️🤲🏾

@bevwood8210 2 жыл бұрын

If Ron Howard doesn't get a screen play done with the opening shot being the High School teacher walking into the shop and the store owner asking him what he's done wrong!? That's a movie I'd see!

@CryNoAngel 2 жыл бұрын

I love all the celebrities who appear on TKCS, but it's the stories of these amazing "normal" people that really melt my heart. They're so inspiring! It's honestly the best part of the show, other than having the coolest and most genuine talkshow host ever, Kelly freaking Clarkson! Thank you so much for this wonderful show - for sharing all these stories and for spreading love and positivity!

@h.a3567 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree, she really listens to people whoever they are and empathises with them. She is so much more genuine than most presenters. Keep up the good work Kelly!!! 🏆🏆🏆😁💟💟👍👍

@nathanielkent2487 2 жыл бұрын

Crazy to think I went to high school with Haney, Andre De Silva, and Mckeown. I still remember those days in Haney's public speaking class when Andrew would be too nervous to present. Jacob Mckeown would be there to save and encourage him. In a way... I think Mckeown inspired Andrew to be the best he could be. A true hero.

@EN-mh6sr 2 жыл бұрын

KELLY!!!! YOU'RE KILLING IT WITH THESE REUNIONS!!!😭😭😭😭

@ashp9662 2 жыл бұрын

Who else can see Ron Howard sitting here writing a new blockbuster script in his head about this story. The wheels are turning. So great. 👍

@itsjustmeflo8684 2 жыл бұрын

If Kelly wasn’t so good at being a celebrity 😉 I could see her being a teacher or nurse! More of a teacher though! I just know students would’ve loved her for life.

@fortheloveofdog5622 2 жыл бұрын

The world needs more teachers like this dude....and more Kelly Clarksons!

@howardbanks8585 2 жыл бұрын

Jacob McKeown is another unsung hero in this story. HE IS A MUST INTERVIEW STRATH HAVEN GRAD! He's doing big things to help Afghanistan

@amyturner6275 2 жыл бұрын

I am a teacher ,I'm sure that teacher is immensely proud of his students , one is rescuing the other who also served USA and risked his life in doing so

@richardcarbone1518 2 жыл бұрын

This story should be a movie

@lisahidlay4563 2 жыл бұрын

And directed by Ron Howard

@howardbanks8585 2 жыл бұрын

Starring Jacob McKeown!

@Anna-ry4nz 2 жыл бұрын

It can’t be emphasised enough just how important teachers, especially GOOD teachers are. They can be the difference between their student having a good or bad outcome in life (no pressure 😳) This is why they deserve to be paid like CEO’s & have endless resources

@marietheresa7866 2 жыл бұрын

I read that in Merkel's Germany, teachers are very well paid. Her reasons are mind-blowing. Wish I could send you that WhatsApp post. Greetings from🇮🇳

@justmere3796 2 жыл бұрын

Why Can't ALL Students get to have a Fantastically Positive, Energetic, Supportive Teacher and Learning Environment like this Fabulous Teacher and His place of work??

@lisaboyd5149 Жыл бұрын

This should be a movie now.

@cocoochwada9371 2 жыл бұрын

This is going to be the best and most heartwarming film Ron Howard ever makes...and he found it on a chat show.

@Nakiesrussphynxcattery 2 жыл бұрын

What an amazing story. What an amazing teacher and students. I had a Teacher that had a BIG impact on me. She was my gd 6 teacher Mrs J Westmorland. From Bishop Townsend public school in London Ontario Canada. I WISH I could find her. To tell her just how much she helped me. She would prob be in her 70s-80s now. But I was going through a very HARD HARD time at home and unfortunately was removed from my home and put into children's grouphome/school but was able to still goto my reg school. She got me this Teddybear which I named snukums lol I had that bear for YEARS until my house flooded as an adult. Anyway her kindness and compassion during that time was the biggest impact ANYONE has EVER had on me in my life.

@akatiyeptho7764 2 жыл бұрын

This brought tears of joy to my eyes ... What an incredible story!❤️ Kevin your heart is pure... may your tribe increase 🙏🙏

@karenmoldenhauer9014 2 жыл бұрын

We need more teachers like him it makes school a great place to go

@ladiriche 2 жыл бұрын

Wow this story is beyond unbelievable. So many events in life with several familiar people involved. Welcome home Amir💞💓💞💓💞

@fortnitelover9638 2 жыл бұрын

Mckeown McOWNED this interview

@caroldanvers5005 2 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to point out how close and intense Ron Howard is listening to this story. I could see him making this a movie 👌

@ododoeye6878 Жыл бұрын

My dad is one of such teachers. I'm crazy proud he is my dad! And I appreciate such teachers. Many impacted my life positively too. Mr. Ogologo Mrs. Etukenye Mrs. Chude etc

@jakierralee4348 Жыл бұрын

I love these segments. But most of all, I love how Kelley lets them talk and tell their stories without trying to take over and how she gets everyone involved emotionally and conversationally!

@ilichiregius2884 Жыл бұрын

Ron Howard is getting the ball rolling to have that movie immediately.

@jaejudges2442 2 жыл бұрын

STOP!!!!!!! omg i love mr. haney. i’m in his english class right now and he’s truly the sweetest guy. i have intense speaking anxiety and i always shook whenever i spoke, but he always listened closely and praised me about it. everything i did, he was proud of and it made me feel good about myself. i cried once even, when he told me how proud he was about me stepping out of my comfort zone to participate in the discussions during our presentations, and it really made me feel good for the rest of my day. this guy truly is one of the best people in my life. he’s entertaining, comforting, and just overall a great guy who continues to inspire and play throw footballs in the halls. i’m definitely gonna take another one of his courses just to have him teach me again

@blueturtle1719 Жыл бұрын

Amen. That's great that you had him as a teacher.

@hopepeace8060 Жыл бұрын

Teaching is a noble profession because good teachers help mould children into a better & happy person

@juelzvandv4302 2 жыл бұрын

This story deserves a movie. Hint, hint Ron Howard… you’d make this amazing!!!

@gsdfsdfsdffsdasadasdf5573 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you McKeown for your brave service and sacrifice to the United States and Afghanistan

@marilynwaaldijk_howell1320 2 жыл бұрын

MAY OUR DEAR LORD GOD. ALMIGHTY RICHLY BLESS MR HANEY THAT GUY'S TEACHER AND BOTH THEIR FAMILIES...AND THANK THEM.FOR THEIR HELP AND THEIR UNWAVERING SUPPORT.

@lisameadway3850 2 жыл бұрын

I can see the wheels spinning in Ron Howard… a movie will come out of this!

@siedhaholmes9945 2 жыл бұрын

This is what humanity is ALL ABOUT!!! Thank you, Thank you, Thank YOU!!!❤

@ItsSergeYall 2 жыл бұрын

I swear to god this man must have like 15 hearts ❤️ he’s pure love

@bettycogswell9851 2 жыл бұрын

It's Jesus in him...

@jfro3685 2 жыл бұрын

I’m not crying… nope… I’m not! Our world needs more people like that.

@aishabenmoussa557 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful teacher, and a wonderful man ❤️❤️

@jesska16 Жыл бұрын

Those are real men right there everybody. My heart is so full from this. ❤

@Dbellerive22605 Жыл бұрын

This is, by far, the BEST STORY EVER ‼️♥️. What amazing men they are!!

@guido69x Жыл бұрын

Teachers should be payed way lot more!Its them who shape our future generations to become Doctors,Lawyers,Jet Pilots,even more Teachers! This man isnt just a Teacher,he is a Life Mentor and huge Roll model to his students!!!! The world needs a lot more people like him!

@disneylady9116 2 жыл бұрын

Kelly is the cutest at 14:25 she’s all like “I just looked up and was like help you..I want to help you…” lol so sweet!!

@nicolaablett7790 10 ай бұрын

incredible AFGHANISTAN and her people are truly beautiful This current situation is untenable I don't know if I will ever be able to visit again But have great memories

@christa526 2 жыл бұрын

GOD is working through this teacher, that cannot be denied

@Amanda-Renee 2 жыл бұрын

Amen

@marym7763 Ай бұрын

Amen!

@thebloodybaron7 Жыл бұрын

The pride in Mr Haney’s eyes 😍❤️

@griffengoldstock7219 2 жыл бұрын

I love that Kelly keeps the other guests around for these stories I like to see how they react and everything

@samanthajade3782 Жыл бұрын

I think it's also nice when celebrities have to experience something with us normals. Like they meet fans all the time but they don't spend 10 solid minutes with them, even though these guest may not necessarily be fans of the celebs. So it's nice to see them interested in the story and these people's lives.

@minixdee 2 жыл бұрын

That story was mind blowing 🤯

@TheDylls Жыл бұрын

Low-key though, recounting a story like that in front of no less than RON HOWARD would be pretty wild!

@katherinebrooks7273 Жыл бұрын

Kelly, I Think I beat you crying. Your shows are Heart Wrenching that's for sure. They give us something to be Grateful for. God Bless You ☝️

@aloysiustapora7138 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best teacher ever. He has a very big kind loving heart. We should have more teachers like him around the world.

@lynnramadan9855 2 жыл бұрын

M crying very publicly in my office . Such a crazy emotional story 😭😭😭❤️❤️

@HaUPrah. 2 жыл бұрын

.I am trying to inspire,mentor and be a friend more than a teacher to my students but I hope one day I will have a good heart like you Sir

@davidhoffman8794 2 жыл бұрын

That’s my favorite coach. Go SHHS

@Mimi-fe2gm Жыл бұрын

Wow, what a story!! What a teacher. Any kid lucky enough to have that amazing human as their teacher or neighbor or friend is really blessed. I wonder just how many kids' lives he changed. Me thinks a lot! Thank God Amir and his family got out. I cried many, many nights sick to my stomach thinking about good men and women like him who put their lives on the line for the U.S. and we left them there. So very happy to hear this story!! Want to hear more of these. Ron Howard, make a movie!! God bless them all. Still pray for all those not lucky enough to have a way out. 🙏💙

@cryingoflaughteremoji 4 ай бұрын

As a current student at SHHS, yes, he is that huge in person

@yvonnemurray5537 2 жыл бұрын

It really is a “small, small world”. Best of luck getting that song out of your head. Lol. Thanks to both men for their service and bravery. Thanks to all that helped and I believe still helping to get people out of there in a such an unplanned & poorly handled evacuation.

@baeskiii 2 жыл бұрын

I love how diverse Kelly’s show is! Keep it that way ❤️❤️ love u Kelly!

@bettycogswell9851 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. All I can say is Praise God. Prayer works. What a beautiful story.

@h.a3567 2 жыл бұрын

Amen!!! 🔥 🔥 🔥

@gailweatherall1215 Жыл бұрын

wonderful - tears are flowing.

@isabelwarner7780 2 жыл бұрын

Omg make this a movie now

@eileenchmielewski1420 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, yes and yes!

@Glenys8080 2 жыл бұрын

Religion should not divide us. God, Allah, Hindu gods, Viking gods look over us all if we believe that they do. But we are all human beings. It’s the fundamentalists of specific religions (not true followers) such as westboro, the IRA and extremist Protestants in Ni, Isis etc That give their religion a bad name. This teacher has proved that he is a true Christian by showing nonjudgmental, non bias and no prejudice over the religion of his students. Thank you sir for being such an awesome human being and Christian xx

@crystalmasters8582 2 жыл бұрын

I’m about to cry so hard! Mr. Haney 👏🏼

@violenemartin5577 2 жыл бұрын

I salute you great teacher....love from Jamaica.

@ivanahugankiss8414 Жыл бұрын

I had so many memorable and inspiring teachers. I agree there are teachers out there who are outstanding and really do help to shape us as we're growing up

@kkhawk53 Жыл бұрын

Thank God for beautiful people!

@lukehatzell4478 2 жыл бұрын

Gods bless you Haney. Wish everybody had a teacher as awesome and relaxed as you.

@gdhaney136 2 жыл бұрын

Go Haney's everywhere! Love the kindness. The secret to living is giving. What you get in return is immeasurable.

@ritarabaa8338 2 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you both to the professor and the pilot 🙏 God bless you

@kaistockman6443 2 жыл бұрын

Teachers need to be paid more especially good teachers.

@georgialee3432 10 ай бұрын

Our school district is just outstanding. Kevin is great but I gotta say 95% of our teachers are also great. They care about our kids. They are in our community. We live among each other. When kids graduate from Strathaven they end up still living here raising their families here and a lot of them become teachers and work in the schools. It is a community and every sense of the word. I’ve lived here nearly 50 years. Generations of us live here. Not bad for a place just a few minutes It’s outside of Philadelphia.

@colleenpowell8328 2 жыл бұрын

Made me cry!! What a wonderful story of extraordinary men!

@kfernandes268 2 жыл бұрын

This is so uplifting and truly wonderful to watch. So inspiring 💙

@kevinwells4986 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible story, thanks Kelly & Team. Do teachers make a difference in our lives? I'd like to think they all do, even some by omission (no time to explain), but most by inspiring kids to think for themselves, and in a lot of cases to love others, and life. I don't know, but I wish I had Kevin as a teacher. Fortunately I did have Mr. G. Donald Dyer - my all time favorite. Anyway, this was so incredibly touching. I wish the best to all of them, and everyone that was fortunate to be part of that show.

@maridiaz1776 Ай бұрын

My daughter is a current student of his. She loves him. The classroom saved a baby mouse.

@kellymeighan3405 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!! What an incredible story!! 😭❤️😭 Thanks for sharing such a positive story in a horrible situation!!

@heatherjordan8038 2 жыл бұрын

One of the best segments ever!!! What a great extraordinary experience to share!

@erindeeds293 2 жыл бұрын

I have had alot of amazing teachers i have alot of respect for teachers

@sc5673 2 жыл бұрын

Teachers shape generations❤️❤️❤️❤️

@delq2101 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve got support like from someone when I came here in Australia ..there still good people around that willing to be there and stand for you..

@amina9935 Жыл бұрын

I’m confused. So his Government that put him there couldn’t bring him home. But his English teacher did? WOW!!!!!

@vamanosninja4143 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice. My Afghan American friends are worried for their family in Afghanistan. So we need these selfless people

@HF-eu2ei Жыл бұрын

Being Asian/Japanese American my siblings and I never had a teacher even close to this. My 7th grade history teacher belittled the Japanese race. It was hurtful and humiliating. Could have definitely used a teacher like this. 🥺

@grandmaj5046 2 жыл бұрын

I can see Ron Howard wondering how this would all play out on film. Go for it Ron.

@hemlock4519 Жыл бұрын

US Military Veteran. Thank you

@lflo8087 Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this segment so much. I was lucky enough to have and amazing teacher like this, Mrs. Kauffman. This is just proof of how many lives teachersimpact.❤