CMS teacher with unique handshakes for students treats them to surprise

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A west Charlotte elementary school teacher who has gained viral fame for his unique handshakes with each student before class gave them a surprise Tuesday.

Barry White Jr., a fifth grade English teacher at Ashley Park K-8 School, brought in Harlem Globetrotter star Zeus to school so that he could do the now-famous handshakes with the kids.

(Click PLAY to watch Zeus do unique handshakes with students)

In the video, the students line up and teach Zeus their unique handshakes that they practice with White every day.

The Harlem Globetrotters posted on their Facebook and said White inspires them with his passion for getting kids excited about learning.

(Click PLAY to watch White do his special handshakes with students)

White said he is always pumped to start doing the handshakes with students because it brings excitement and high energy to the class.

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