Teacher Mentor: Travien Bryson Born and raised in Philadelphia, Travien graduated from University City High School in 1993 and attended West Chester University, where he joined Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity and competed nationally with their step team; he would go on to earn his degree in education from Cheyney University. Travien currently serves Carnell School as a site-based teacher leader (SBTL). For his commitment to high expectations, student success, and family engagement, he won the 2022 Lindback Award for Distinguished Teachers. In addition to changing lives as a math teacher, Travien works for Philadelphia’s legendary Clef Club, coaches the drumline at Carnell School, and performs in Mozaic Flow with his brother, Jermaine Bryson.