Jaime Escalante

Jaime Escalante was a celebrated Bolivian-American educator known for his work with troubled high school math students.

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Profession :

Teacher

Birthday :

December 31, 1930

Death Date:

March 30, 2010

Age :

79

Jaime Escalante was a renowned Bolivian-American educator who gained national recognition for his dedication to teaching math in Los Angeles’ inner city. He was particularly successful in preparing underprivileged and “unteachable” students for the Advanced Placement Calculus exam. Escalante’s inspiring story was depicted in the 1988 film “Stand and Deliver,” with Edward James Olmos portraying him. In addition to his teaching career, Escalante participated in various educational programs and initiatives. He passed away on March 30, 2010, after battling bladder cancer.