Journey Outside the Classroom - 5:18
Embarc CEO Imran Kahn's
Posted Dec 14, 2018
Embarc CEO Imran Kahn's goal is toe provide journeys outside of the classroom and exposure to models of success. The missing element for at risk students is the access to see what is possible beyond the 4 block radius of their home and school.
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