A Conversation with Scholar-Athletes

On this week's episode, Dr. Jefferson will introduce you to four special teens, who not only excel in the classroom, but also on the athletic field; Carina Escobar, Salutatorian, Soccer & Softball student-athlete, and accepted to New York University (NYU) where she will study International Business, Albert Rivas, graduating 8th in his class of 500, Male Scholar-Athlete of the Year, Lacrosse student-athlete, and accepted to Rochester Institute of Technology where he will study Chemical Engineering, Veronica Harris, graduating 3rd in her class, Volleyball & Cheer-leading student-athlete, and accepted to St. John's University where she will be studying Communication Arts with a minor in Legal Studies, and Jonathan Guevara, Graduating 11th in his class of 500, Baseball student-athlete, and accepted to Hofstra University where he will be studying Pre-Med.

Episode Segments:

Educviii: Carina Escobar & Albert Rivas Both Carina and Albert have managed to balance their athletic pursuits with their academic success. Carina is a multi-sport athlete, as well as the class salutatorian, while Albert is the scholar athlete of the year, and finished in the top 2% of his class. Learn how they were able to accomplish this.
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Educviii: Veronica Harris & Jonathan Guevarra In part two, we meet Jonathan and Veronica, who are also successful student athletes. Veronica plays volleyball and is a cheerleader, while Jonathan plays baseball. Both are also headed to college.
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