In this episode get a special behind the scenes discussion between Middle school Principal Mr Jordan Addison and middle school Counselor Mr Joshwuan Veiro. Hear directly from the leaders of the middle school as they explain what the school culture is and how they help the boys grow into strong, critical thinking leaders!

In this episode we sit down with UPREP science teacher Chazmen Geames as he shares his story of his love for the student affairs career and how it turned into using teaching as way to help students develop and mature emotionally! Mr. Geames also provides tips for parents to help them support their students as they go through high school

In this UPREP special of the You Prep Podcast, host Desmond Davis sits down with Rochester native Dr. Charmaine Cohen, an educator and social activist dedicated to enhancing parent engagement and civic involvement. Dr. Cohen shares insights from her Parent Leadership Academy, which empowers parents to actively participate in their children's education and school governance. Key Takeaways: *Discover how engaged parents can transform educational outcomes. *Learn about the importance of social action for community empowerment. *Understand why voting is a fundamental civic duty that parents should model for their children. *Explore the impact of local elections on community resources. Hear about the role of sisterhood and community support in social action efforts. Dr. Cohen also highlights the impact of her sorority, Delta Sigma Theta, on the Rochester community and emphasizes the critical importance of voter participation. 🔗 Stay Connected: 💻 Explore more about UPREP: https://uprep.org 💻 Explore more about Edison Tech: https://www.rcsdk12.org/edison 🗳️ Register to vote in NY by Oct 26th: https://voterlookup.elections.ny.gov 🫱🏾‍🫲🏼 Support our school: https://donate.stripe.com/8wMdSZga0e0V4pidQR 🔗 Access all our links: https://linktr.ee/universityprep Tune in to be inspired and learn how you can make a difference in your community! #ParentEngagement #CivicDuty #UPREP #Vote Feel free to customize any part to better fit your style or platform!