Sports and physical activity were grounding forces for the majority of Brad Blocker’s life, until a career-ending injury forced him to search for new avenues of fulfillment and identity.
From his work in Chicago and Paraguay, Grant High School’s newest vice principal Joseph Mitacek has gained new perspectives with exposure to diverse experiences.
For Kia Swain, sitting back and doing nothing isn’t an option. She pushes herself to move forward through obstacles and mentor youth who may have similar experiences as her.
As Grant High’s attendance specialist, Lee Orr’s job is to make sure all students make it to school regularly. It’s a far cry from where he came from as a student.
