‘Good Times’ Actor Visits Newark School To Speak About Respect

NEWARK, NJ — Students and staff at Newark Public Schools’ BRICK Avon Academy got a sample of the “Good Times” earlier this week when actor and author John Amos paid a visit to the school.

According to Newark school administrators, Amos – known for his role as the father on hit show “Good Times” - came to read from his book, “A World Without Color” to students in kindergarten to 4th grade and later with students in the 5th to 8th grades.

In addition to reading to the older students, Amos led a discussion with the students about the importance of seeing diversity as a gift and to respect all people.

“John Amos was so inspiring and uplifting for our students,” Principal Charity Haygood said, emphasizing that it’s crucial to “read to succeed.”

Amos, a native of Essex County, graduated from East Orange High School, administrators said.

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