In this conversation, Breezy Tupuola shares her journey into the education sector, detailing her experiences with traditional schooling and the inspiration behind launching the Elite Performance Prep Academy.
She discusses the innovative approaches her micro school will take, including personalized learning, real-life skills training, and a flexible curriculum designed to meet the needs of each student. Breezy emphasizes the importance of community engagement and the unique pathways to graduation that her school offers, aiming to prepare students for successful futures.
Takeaways
▶️ Breezy's passion for education stems from her own experiences in traditional schooling.
▶️ The Elite Performance Prep Academy aims to redefine education through micro schooling.
▶️ Personalized learning is a key focus, allowing students to explore their interests.
▶️ Real-life skills are integrated into the curriculum to prepare students for adulthood.
▶️ The school will have a low teacher-student ratio to ensure individualized attention.
▶️ Electives will be tailored based on student interests and community resources.
▶️ Field trips and mentorship opportunities are part of the learning experience.
▶️ Students can earn high school diplomas and college credits simultaneously.
▶️ The school encourages students to advocate for their own learning paths.
▶️ Community engagement is vital for the success of the micro school.
Sound Bites
"I need to know how to do things."
"I wouldn't want that for my kid as well."
"We are launching in Orem, Utah."
"Our teacher-student ratio is one to ten."
"It's really personalized to those students."
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