This is a transcript of an interview with Deborah Olatunji, a high school student from Delaware who recently authored a new book, Unleashing Your Innovative Genius: High School Redesigned, with the goal of igniting young people across the country to realize they have the power to transform education.
The interview covers her educational journey including her experience receiving a grant from GripTape, a nonprofit that gives students small grants to design their own learning project. It also explores her motivation for writing a book, to spread her message about the importance of being curious and not afraid of making mistakes to foster deeper learning. This young learner’s words will inspire educators, parents, community members and students alike.
Source Organization: Education Reimagined