Student Spotlights

DREAM BIG. WORK HARD. WE’LL HELP.

We’re proud to highlight the stories of students who have overcome challenges, reached their goals, and are making their dreams a reality. These students are a testament to the power of hard work, perseverance, and the impact of a community that believes in their potential. Check out their stories below!

Elwopp Hall

  • 2017 Beechcroft High School Graduate
  • 2023 The Ohio State University Graduate

My I Know I Can advisor and one of my teachers made me feel seen — like I was more than my grades. They believed in me, and that gave me the push I needed.

Learn more about Elwopp story. 

Kailash Mishra

  • 2020 Northland High School Graduate
  • 2023 The Ohio State University Graduate, Economics & Political Science
  • Dream Big Scholar

“My parents are so proud and supportive of my academic pursuits and my sisters showed me the value of working hard and staying focused. But I Know I Can played an integral part in where I am now—a college graduate with a bright future.”

Learn more about Kailash’s story. 

 

Frank McManaway

  • 2022 Briggs High School Graduate
  • Columbus Promise Scholar

Read Frank’s story here.

Kanyinsola Oye

  • 2018 Columbus Alternative High School Graduate
  • 2022 Howard University Graduate, History & Political Science
  • Founders’ Scholar

Read Kanyinsola’s story here.

Jacqueline Lopez Reyes

  • 2022 Westland High School Graduate
  • The Ohio State University Student, 2nd Year

Read Jacqueline’s story here.

Ava McCargish

  • 2017 Whetstone High School Graduate
  • 2021 The Ohio State University Graduate, Public Management, Leadership, and Policy
  • I Know I Can Grant Recipient

“My CAM helped empower me to feel like college was 100% an option for me and was accessible. I’m not sure I would have believed that without his help.”

Learn more about Ava’s story. 

 

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