“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” (Nelson Mandela). I am an educational leader, advocate, and first-generation college graduate. I am also a mother of four beautiful honor roll students who continually motivate me to advocate for equal access to quality education for all students. As an educated woman of color, I understand what it takes to give ALL of our children the opportunity to grow, develop, and achieve academic success. In order to educate all children, all educational stakeholders (business and community leaders, educators, parents, etc.) must work together, be accountable for their role, and consider our students first. A child’s education is impacted by what happens both inside and outside of the classroom. This is why mentors and caring adults often make the difference in a child’s academic success or failures. Organizations like Young Scholars Fund are necessary to help youth obtain the academic success they deserve.
