This is Season 5 of the DREAM B.I.G. Podcast, hosted by the L.E.E.P. to College Foundation. In this episode, we discuss the foundation's mission and the program's goals with L2C CEO and Executive Director Lisa Rowe.
Hello Everyone! Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G. podcast. In today's episode, we welcome our guest, Mr. Omar Harrod. Mr. Harrod is a lead recruitment specialist at the University of the District of Colombia. We are so honored to have him as our guest for this episode. In this episode, we will discuss various topics surrounding college admissions, such as finding the right college for you, what programs exist at UDC, and what's on the campus! There is so much information in this episode that you don't want to miss even if you are not interested in UDC. Thank you to Paris Lanford for hosting this episode and to our team members: Kalen, Jasmine, and Priye for your continued dedication to this project.
Hello everyone! Welcome back to the new season 4 of the DREAM B.I.G (Bridging into Greatness) Podcast. We are so excited for the podcast's 4th season, as well as welcoming back returning listeners and our new ones. In this episode, we introduce our new team members, Paris Lanford, and Litzy Huerta, while also hearing from our returning members Priye Wokoma, Jasmine Tucker, and Kalen Wright. From this episode, you will learn exciting topics such as L.E.E.P.'s background, topics to look forward to this upcoming season, things the viewers can expect, and more. Click the links below to find out more information about our programs: L.E.E.P To College Foundation INC Always Seeking Knowledge- Kalen's Sweatshirt Business L.E.E.P To College Instagram L.E.E.P To College Facebook L.E.E.P To College Youtube Channel
Welcome back to another episode of The DREAM B.I.G Podcast. It has been a while since an episode was last posted, but we have a few more coming your way! In this episode, we welcome Ms. Tamya Anderson & Dr. Katya Salmi as our guests, who will guide us in discussing the topic of Critical Race Theory. Tamya is a graduate of the University of MD College Park. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Criminology & Criminal Justice with a minor certificate in Black Women’s Studies; starting this fall, Tamya will be starting at Howard University, pursuing a law degree, with the goal of working with domestic violence victims involved in the justice system. Dr. Katya Salmi is the Associate Professor of Sociology at Montgomery College Rockville Campus. Dr. Salmi received her Bachelor’s degree in History and Anthropology from the University of Toronto, her Master’s degree in Human Rights from the University of College London, and finally, her Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Sussex. Her areas of research interest are human rights, race, gender & equity. We are so excited to have both of them join us in our conversation about critical race theory. Both of our guests are avid readers and writers, so please visit their areas of work below: Dr. Katya Salmi's Article Tamya's BookTube Channel Tamya's Library Instagram
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G podcast. In today's episode, we welcome our guest, Dr. Jamie Keaton Jones. Dr. Jones is a professor in the online Masters of Social Work program at Fordham University and West Virginia University. Her background is in mental health treatment, social work, and environmental justice, among others. She previously taught at Hood College in Frederick, Maryland, within the Sociology and Social Work Department. While there, she taught the first Environmental Justice and Social Work course. She also worked with a variety of mental health practices, including starting her own practice in Manhattan before moving to Washington, DC. We are so honored to have her as our guest. In this episode, we discuss various topics centered on environmental issues such as the impacts of consumerism, fast fashion and more! This is one of our longer episodes, but there are so many gems in this; you do not want to miss this!! Thank you to Alexis Buxo for hosting this episode and our team members: Kalen, Jasmine, Zion, Priye, and Conrad for your continued dedication to this project. Documentaries, Books and Websites to explore more about sustainability and environmental justice/issues: 1.) The True Cost Movie 2.) The Life Changing Manga of Tidying Up- A Graphic Novel by Marie Kondo 3.) ThreadUp(Discover your Fashion Footprint) 4.) Fashion Revolution Website 5.) Draw Down Eco Challenge (A good site for ideas on what you can do for a healthier planet)
Hello everyone! Welcome back to the third episode of Season 3. In today's episode, we welcome two guests: Dr. Crystal Dorn and Mr. Demetrius Keller. Ms. Dorn is a school psychologist within the District of Columbia Public School System and the Director of Mental Health for Youth and Teens for L.E.E.P To College Foundation. Mr. Keller is a school social worker for elementary, middle, and high school students with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. We are so honored to have had them on the podcast. In this episode, we discuss the impact of Social Media on the lives of youth and young adults(good and bad) and how we can find a balance to connect with family and friends. Thank you to Priye Wokoma for hosting this episode and to our team members: Kalen, Jasmine, Zion, Alexis, Conrad, Jianni, and Reena, for your continued dedication to this project. Follow L.E.E.P To College: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA
Hello everyone! Welcome to Season 3 of the DREAM B.I.G(Bridging into Greatness) Podcast. We are so excited to welcome back returning listeners and welcome new ones. This season we have new team members: Reena John, Conrad Wilson, Alexis Buxo, Jasmine Tucker, and Jianni Lockley. We are so excited for you all to hear their ideas and conversations! Our returning team members are Kalen Wright, Priye Wokoma, and Zion Covington. In this first episode, we introduce new team members, discuss what topics we would like to discuss this season, and candidly discuss personal thoughts on issues of today's world. Thank you to Kalen Wright, our host for this episode, and Chris and Elena for their guidance and support throughout this process. Thank you for listening, and we look forward to your thoughts and suggestions. Look out for our next episode on the topic of Civic Engagement.
Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G Podcast! In this episode, we are honored to have Delegate Alonzo Washington, a representative of the Maryland House of Delegates for District 22 in Prince George's County, talk with us about the importance of civic engagement. He highlights his experience growing up and offers advice for youth to take action in their communities by connecting with their representatives. Thank you to Christopher Wallace for connecting us with him. Enjoy this episode! Connect with Delegate Alonzo Washington: Website: https://msa.maryland.gov/msa/mdmanual/05sen/html/msa16423.html Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delegateatw/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/delegateatw Follow L.E.E.P To College!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G Podcast! In today’s episode, you will hear from our podcast team about journeying to entrepreneurship and all of the tips, tricks, advice, and lessons the youth can put into practice to make their businesses as successful as possible. This episode is hosted by Christopher Wallace, who is a mentor with the L.E.E.P. 2 College Program. I hope you enjoy this episode! Website: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA Entrepreneurs in the area to check out: 1. @1939studios founded by @iamshalom_ 2. @kozydayzclothing founded by @kieweisafruit and @bry_sofly 3. @jsjcrochets founded by @jabailey16 4. https://www.remodelmate.com/: Bathroom and Home Remodel Company 5. @beautyby.remi(Makeup Artist in New Carrollton MD)
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G Podcast! In today’s episode, you will hear from our podcast team and guests: Mental Health Director Crystal Dorn and Ms. Memuna Bangura Dixion, who currently works in Prince George’s County in early intervention services. Ms. Dixon has previously served in the District of Columbia Public School System as a Special Education Teacher and Coordinator. She has also conducted research on the effects of bullying on general education and special education students. This episode is hosted by Priye Wokoma, who is an 8th grade scholar in the program. I hope you enjoy this episode! Website: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G Podcast! In this episode, we had a great conversation with members of the L.E.E.P To College Foundation Team: Ms. Crystal Dorn, Mental Health Director of our BEMOREAWARE Mental Health Program and Lisa Rowe, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of L.E.E.P To College Foundation on the importance of emotionally and academically preparing for college. Special thanks to our host Christopher Wallace, one of our L.E.E.P mentors and team leads for the podcast team. Also a special thank you to Priye Wokoma, a L.E.E.P scholar and podcast member for editing this episode. Please continue to show your support by leaving a rating for us on Spotify or a review on Apple podcast. Also, make sure to check out our website to find out more information about L.E.E.P To College. Thank you! L.E.E.P Information: Website: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode. In this episode, the podcast team discussed the importance of the arts. We discuss different areas of the arts including: digital arts. performing arts, visual arts etc. We also discuss why the arts are important to include in our lifestyles and the importance of expressing ourselves through art. Special shoutout to our host Sidney Steele III, a 10th grader at Parkdale High School and the rest of the team Priye Wokoma, a 8th grader at Chesapeake Math Information Technology, Kalen Wright, a 10th grader at Northwestern High School, Zion Covington an 8th grader at St. Ambrose Catholic School and Christopher Wallace, a mentor with the L.E.E.P To College Program. We highlighted a few schools(majority in the DMV) below that focus or or known for the arts. Beyond this list, make sure to check out other schools and community spaces in your area! This podcast was edited by Elena Rowe. Look out for our next episode on finding the right college fit! Links to click on: L.E.E.P To College Info Website: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA Schools Duke Ellington School of the Arts: https://www.ellingtonschool.org/ Benjamin Foulois Creative and Performing Arts Academy: https://schools.pgcps.org/benjaminfoulois/ Good Counsel High School: https://www.olgchs.org/ Community Spaces and Organizations Publick Playhouse: https://www.pgparks.com/2280/The-Prince-Georges-Publick-Playhouse The Music Center at Srathmore: https://www.strathmore.org/ Arena Stage: https://www.arenastage.org/ DC Youth Orchestra: https://www.dcyop.org/ College Park Youth Orchestra: http://cpyo.net/ Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel Choir: https://www.washingtonperformingarts.org/choir/childrenofthegospel/ 1939 Studios: https://www.1939studios.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1939studios/?hl=en
Welcome back to our second reading for Sunday Story Time Series! Members of the L2C Virtual Learning Team will read children's books to help increase reading literacy. Reading and sharing stories can: Help your children get to know sounds, words and language, and develop early literacy skills Learn to value books and stories Spark a child's imagination and stimulate curiosity Help develop children's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills Today, we have Jada James- Ogbechie, a 9th grader at Eleanor Roosevelt High School. The book she is reading is The Runaway Bunny written by Margaret Wise Brown and illustrated by Clement Brown. The Storytime episodes will be uploaded every Sunday wherever you hear our podcasts. Gather around your children for Sunday Storytime! Stay tuned for our reading release next Sunday!
Hello everyone! Welcome back to the DREAM! B.I.G Podcast! We are excited to announce our Storytime Series where members of the L2C Virtual Learning Team will read children's books to help increase reading literacy! Reading and sharing stories can: Help your children get to know sounds, words and language, and develop early literacy skills. Learn to value books and stories. Spark a child's imagination and stimulate curiosity. Help develop children's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills You will hear many stories focused on a variety of topics such as self-acceptance, the importance of creativity and so much more! The storytime episodes will be uploaded every Sunday wherever you hear our podcasts. Our first reading is by Ibiso Wokoma, a 12th grader at Chesapeake Math & IT Academy in Prince Georges County. The book she is reading is titled If you Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff and illusrated by Felicia Bond. Gather around your children for Sunday Storytime! Stay tuned for our reading release next Sunday!
Hello everyone! Welcome back to our second season of the DREAM B.I.G(Bridging into Greatness) Podcast! We are so excited to kick this season off with some new team members and potential topics. In this episode, you get to hear from the founder and Chief Executive Officer Lisa Rowe, and our new members: Sidney Steele III, Kalen Wright, Priye Wokoma and Zion Covington. This episode was hosted by Elena Rowe one of last year's team members. We hope you enjoy hearing the exciting topics and ideas we have in store of you! Lets continue to DREAM B.I.G together! Website: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA
Hello everyone! Welcome to another episode of The B.I.G DREAM Podcast! In this episode, the focus is on Academic Achievement, particularly focusing on student's transition to the next grade level. We focus on strategies for studying and performing well in class, securing internships, advice for stepping out of your comfort zone, and ways to continue your academic goals during the summer months. The host for this episode is Owen Mitchell, whom you may have heard on our second podcast episode: The B.I.G Truth on Black History. Owen is a rising senior at Bowie High School, a podcast member, and L.E.E.P Scholar. Special thanks to our illustrious team of panelists: Sidney Steele III, Kennedy Wilburne, Bishop Dahue, and Loren Foster, our L2C Tutoring Team! We also give thanks to Young Min Miller, Ibiso Wokoma, and Herwart Terrelonge for opening, closing, and teasing the next episode. We hope you enjoy.
Welcome back to a new episode of the DREAM B.I.G. Podcast! In this episode, we discuss Mental Health. Specifically, the episode will inform our listeners about coping mechanisms to stay mentally healthy, discuss our BEMOREAWARE Youth and Teen Mental Health Program, and we talk about what is happening in student's lives and how it impacts student's emotional well being. The host for this episode is Elena Rowe, one of the podcast team leaders and a college scholar. Special thanks to our illustrious team of panelists: Crystal Dorn, Demetrius Keller, Maya Ehikhamenor, and Tiara Anderson. I hope you enjoy this inspiring episode.
Hello everyone, Welcome to the DREAM B.I.G Podcast hosted by L.E.E.P To College Foundation. In this second bridge episode, members of our podcast team: Jalen Thomas, Christopher Wallace and Elena Rowe discuss important points of our last episode, The B.I.G Money: Path to Financial Success. Make sure to listen to that episode if you haven't already. We also discuss our next episode premiering in May which will focus on mental health: Issues that teens and young adults are facing right now, strategies to cope, and professions you may be interested in. Special thanks to Christopher Wallace and Jalen Thomas for their voices in this bridge episode, as well as L.E.E.P scholars Sidney Steele and Loren Foster for their opening and closing of this episode. To find out more about L.E.E.P To College Foundation make sure to: Check out our website at www. leeptocollegefoundation.org Follow us on Instagram at leeptocollegefoundationinc Follow us on Twitter at l2cfoundation Follow us on Facebook: Leep to College Foundation Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: L2C DREAM! B.I.G
Hello Everyone. Thank you for tuning into the 3rd Episode of the DREAM B.I.G. Podcast. On this episode, our esteemed panelists will be discussing the various aspects of Financial Literacy, advice for youth to develop a positive relationship with money, tips for budgeting and investing, and the best ways to obtain information regarding what to do with your money. A huge thank you goes out to our moderator and host, Jalen Thomas, as well as our panelists: Asia McConnell, Tara Jackson, Kenydi Nicole, and our co-host, Christopher Wallace. Please make sure to also check the video of this recording on our youtube channel(L2C DREAM! B.I.G) which will be going up this week and follow us on social media! Instagram: leeptocollegefoundationinc Twitter: l2cfoundation Facebook: LEEP to College Foundation Thank you all for your support!
Hello Everyone. Thank you for tuning into the 2nd Episode of the DREAM B.I.G. Podcast. On this episode, our esteemed panelists will be discussing Black History Month, its importance, and how the content of the month can and should go beyond the month of February. The discussion also focuses on practices and customs have an impact on communities learning about Black History and how we can inspire the next generation of leaders to continue the tradition. A huge thank you goes out to our moderator and host, Owen Mitchell as well as our panelists: Charles McDuffie, Christopher Wallace, Enrique Evans as well our student panelists and L.E.E.P scholars: Jalen Thomas and Elena Rowe Please make sure to also check the video of this recording on our youtube channel(L2C DREAM! B.I.G) which will be going up February 26th and follow us on social media! Instagram: leeptocollegefoundationinc Twitter: l2cfoundation Facebook: LEEP to College Foundation Thank you all for your support!