The system was not made to support students of color. So I made a school that did

Jonathan Johnson began his journey to founding a school when one of his students died tragically in a drug deal. He resolved to create an innovative school that provides pathways to financial freedom. The school opened its doors in August to its first class of 9th-graders, mostly of color. After their first semester, Jonathan shares Rooted's early successes, the most inspiring moment of his career so far, and advice for aspiring school founders.

fellow highlightsCamelback VenturesDecember 20, 2017ruthlessforgood, jonathan, rooted, school, ruthless for good, ruthless for great schools, ruthless schools 4, new orleans blogComment

Pitch Perfect: Pure Harmony Amidst The Noise

Getting coaching on pitches can quickly shift from the “Manna from heaven” feeling to trying to hear a penny drop in Times Square—impossible to hear your voice amidst the noise.

fellow highlights, resourceCamelback VenturesJune 23, 2015jonathan

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