Welcome to our first podcast! In this podcast, we're sharing incredible stories of resilience and transformation from current and former students who have faced and overcome tremendous obstacles. A year ago, I got excited about starting this and even bought all the equipment, only to let it sit collecting dust—typical me! But here we are, with the goal of inspiring teenagers, parents, and educators through stories of perseverance, hope, and personal growth. These stories highlight not just academic struggles, but the journey of overcoming challenges and finding success through hard work, patience, and dedication. We'll also dive into the significance of alternative education programs and dropout recovery efforts, showing the powerful impact they have not only on individuals but on society and the economy as well. It's about creating communities of support and connection, where students learn life-changing skills beyond academics. If you're a current or former student with a story to share, we'd love to hear from you.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:03) - Gratitude

(6:54) - Introductions

(13:35) - Why???

(18:33) - Why stories matter

(25:16) - How we help - mentors/teachers/faculty

(29:04) - Transformation

(32:50) - Conclusion

Elevated Education is committed to providing disengaged teens with hope, opportunity, and support to re-engage in their education and pursue their dreams.

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