We asked some of the brightest folks from within the community to reflect back on their days in school and to share with us a story of when they learned a particularly important or impactful lesson. We’ve shared highlights below.

Falisha McGee

I would like to share a story from my college years that taught me a valuable lesson about change, adaptation, and the importance of believing in yourself MORE than you believe in the problem or situation at hand. Read more>>

Nana Kwadwo

Hello, I am the creator of Factionary, and I’d like to share my story with you and well… shed light on why I created Factionary. Read more>>

Tyler Hobbs

One of the greatest lessons I have learned in school is on accountability. I own my photography company but I am also a photography teacher and this is something that I see often lacking in your people, but that I learned early on is so important. Successful people learn and are able to stick with. Being held accountable and pushing yourself to meet those expectations is one of the greatest strengths someone can possess. Read more>>