Elvis Campoverde, Jocelyn Portillo, Albert Bencosme, and Miriem Erizku interviewed Leo Rohan remotely.
A student of Project Double Discovery in its first years, Leo Rohan was impressed by the opportunities afforded him through the program. Rohan claims his experience at PDD was life changing: it taught him the importance of valuing education and exposed him to ideas that were lacking in his community. The principles upon which PDD was founded – enhancing a student’s academic experience and helping students realize their full potential – ultimately drove Leo Rohan to pursue a career in public education, a clear indication of the impact PDD had on his life.
Interviewers: Elvis Campoverde, Jocelyn Portillo, Albert Bencosme, and Miriem Erizku.
Leo is an amazing success story. Double discovery affirmed the hopes and dreams of an immigrant family and opened Leo’s eyes to the possibilities and he in turn gave that vision the countless number of students that he influenced.
The power of one to change the lives of many is why we teach.