Nice To Meet You | Behind The Scene Stories of Busy Professionals

Empowering Youth Through Innovative Learning with Linda Willits from Lehi, Utah


Listen Later

Send us a text

In this conversation, Linda Willits discusses her journey in education, focusing on the establishment of the Elite Performance Academy in Lehigh, Utah. She emphasizes the need for a new approach to education that combines academics with athletics, allowing students to thrive in both areas. 

Linda shares her personal experiences and the motivations behind creating micro schools, aiming to provide a more tailored educational experience for youth, particularly those involved in sports. The conversation also covers the academy's structure, goals, costs, and the importance of empowering students through entrepreneurship and life skills.

Takeaways

▶️ The current education system has not changed significantly in decades.

▶️ Education should focus on real-life applications, not just tests.

▶️ Linda's background in sports influenced her educational journey.

▶️ The idea for microschools came from her daughter's interest in homeschooling.

▶️ Elite Performance Academy offers a unique blend of academics and athletics.

▶️ The academy aims to serve families looking for alternative education options.

▶️ Students will receive personalized attention with small class sizes.

▶️ The state of Utah offers scholarships to subsidize cost

▶️ The daily schedule includes both academic and athletic training.

▶️ Empowering youth through entrepreneurship is a key focus of the academy.

Connect with Linda Willits:

  • https://www.instagram.com/elitelehiut
  • https://www.eliteperformanceprepacademy.com



...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Nice To Meet You | Behind The Scene Stories of Busy ProfessionalsBy Rob Pene