Call Carjie for College - College Talk Radio
By The Education Equalizer Foundation
Call Carjie for College - College Talk RadioMar 09, 2023
College Talk Radio - Episode #1 (Jamar Hebert author of "The Only Black Man in the Room" and "Dream It, Plan It, Do It")
This exclusive interview with 100 Black Men of Greater Florida GNV, Inc Founder Jamar Hebert, author of "The Only Black Man in the Room" and "Dream It, Plan It, Do It" on Power Station Power 92.1 FM, is a must-listen for anyone interested in college culture and success stories. The interview with Jamar is filled with interesting and insightful conversations about Jamar's personal life, including his love for music and his mother's impact on his life. Continue Reading
College Talk Radio - Episode #8 (Akwaaba Freedom Trailblazers Brown and King)
The Akwaaba Freedom School in Gainesville, Florida is a remarkable institution led by two exceptional scholars, Dr. Taryrn T.C. Brown and Dr. Chonika Coleman-King. The school provides culturally responsive education to Black children, drawing from the traditions of the Civil Rights Movement and the Freedom Schools of the 1960s. The leaders of this school are committed to advancing equity-centered educational initiatives, and their work is rooted in Black girlhood studies, Black feminist thought, and critical qualitative methodologies. Continue reading
College Talk Radio - Episode #7 (PEAK Literacy Executive Director Leah Galione)
We are pleased to have a conversation with Mrs. Leah Galione, P.E.A.K. Literacy Executive Director. When Mrs. Galione discovered that Alachua County Public Schools had the largest disparity of reading levels between Black and white students in the state, according to data from the Florida Department of Education, she sought to do something about it. “It’s our job to help all of our students achieve the reading gains necessary to compete in a global economy and contribute to the workforce,” said Galione. Continue reading
College Talk Radio - Episode #6 (CEO and Founder Dr. Christina Rosenthal)
We are delighted to spend time with Dr. Christina Rosenthal, founder and CEO of Determined to Be a Doctor Someday. Dr. Rosenthal has paved the way to equip toddlers and teens to become doctors. The organization was recently featured on Good Morning America for its work with Dr. Q, a DDS graduate who is now a practicing dentist that has helped numerous patients, including rap superstar Glorilla.
College Talk Radio - Episode #2 (Principal Curtis Peterson)
Curtis Peterson assumed his current position as Principal at the Caring and Sharing School in Gainesville, Florida, in 2008. While serving in the DeKalb County School System in Georgia as a successful school administrator, he was recruited by the Caring and Sharing School board to return to his hometown of Gainesville, Florida. In doing so, he was hired by the board and tasked to take the school to higher levels by expanding buildings, decreasing classroom sizes, and improving academic skills and student performance. On this episode, Principal Peterson discusses the importance of reinforcing education at home with parents, how to reduce the allure of screen time and a vision for the future of millennial children.
College Talk Radio - Episode #5 (PC Virtual Tutoring Solutions CEO Patrice Crooms)
Patrice Crooms has been an educator for over 12 years with various school districts in the sunshine state of Florida. She has had the opportunity to impact student achievement nationwide via her online tutoring services. At eight years of age, in the 2nd grade, she started tutoring kindergarten and 1st-grade students in reading and math in Jacksonville, Florida. However, she never thought in a million years that she was developing the skills and expertise to pursue her calling. “Well, it is over 25 years later, and I am still here and loving every minute of it,” said Patrice.
College Talk Radio - Episode #4 (Nasseeka Denis Scholarships Advisor)
Nasseeka Denis is the Post-Secondary Coordinator at Aces In Motion. In her role, she focuses on strengthening positive outcomes for AIM alumni. Nasseeka also works as an Independent College Advisor, assisting students and families in understanding the college application process, searching for scholarships, and transitioning from two to four-year institutions.
College Talk Radio - Episode #3 (Noble Sheep Founders - Asley and Jose)
We are flying first class with Asley Pollas and Jose Alvarez, owners of Noble Sheep, LLC. An organization that inspires students through leadership and professional development. “I met Jose while serving at Take Stock in children. We were immediately drawn to each other and quickly realized that we shared a common bond,” said Asley.
From the moment Asley and Jose met, they began collaborating on projects to help students achieve their true potential. “We take our students on a first-class flight, and we ask our students, ‘Whose responsibility is it to get you to your destination?’,” said Jose.
