Improving the Lives of Children Throughout Detroit - 5:15
with Mark Ornstein, CEO of University Prep Schools
Posted Jan 29, 2019
University Prep Schools is providing all children the access, opportunity and experience necessary to become not only university-ready, but life-ready. With a fervent resolve to ensure a culture of post-secondary readiness, UPrep Schools drives all students to reach their academic potential.
Hosted by: Laurel Hess Produced by: Heartland Newsmakers Team
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