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Stephen Johnson, educator, author, and founder of AptivPrep, shares his inspiring journey from growing up in inner-city Los Angeles to building an AI-powered platform that helps students reach top-tier SAT and ACT scores. With the mantra “Better scores lead to more open doors,” Stephen explains how early preparation, access to free resources, and intentional mindset shifts can transform college and career opportunities for students, especially those facing systemic barriers.
The conversation dives into his philosophy of service, how technology can scale impact without losing the human touch, and practical strategies educators can use to demystify standardized testing for their students. Along the way, Stephen offers encouraging reminders that persistence, preparation, and the right tools can change life trajectories. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
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Stephen Johnson, educator, author, and founder of AptivPrep, shares his inspiring journey from growing up in inner-city Los Angeles to building an AI-powered platform that helps students reach top-tier SAT and ACT scores. With the mantra “Better scores lead to more open doors,” Stephen explains how early preparation, access to free resources, and intentional mindset shifts can transform college and career opportunities for students, especially those facing systemic barriers.
The conversation dives into his philosophy of service, how technology can scale impact without losing the human touch, and practical strategies educators can use to demystify standardized testing for their students. Along the way, Stephen offers encouraging reminders that persistence, preparation, and the right tools can change life trajectories. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

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