Mentors & Milestones Podcast
Take Stock in Children shares the stories of mentors, students, alumni, and Take Stock Leaders who the organization's mission has impacted.
Podcasting since 2023 • 20 episodes
Mentors & Milestones Podcast
Latest Episodes
How Parents and Mentors Can Help Their Students Manage Stress in School
With the new school year comes many new stressors for the students in our lives. From navigating new school environments to overcoming anxiety, bullying, and more, there are ways that parents and mentors alike can support their students’ mental...
September 04, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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29:13
What parents & mentors need to know about the FAFSA: Interview with Melissa Rosa-Alvarez of TRIO Connections
We're kicking off the school year with an important reminder about completing the FAFSA (Federal Application for Federal Student Aid).We spoke with Melissa Rosa-Alvarez, Project Manager of TRIO Connections for Central Florida, abo...
August 26, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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24:38
The Impact of Fatherhood and Male Mentors: Interview with the Hon. Chris Sprowls
June is Responsible Fatherhood Month in Florida! This month, we collectively celebrate fathers! Fathers and father figures are pivotal to the lives of their children every day. In this episode of the Mentors & Milestones Podcast, we talk wi...
June 19, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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33:21
It's Not How You Start, It's How You Finish
Dr. Wilnic Gideon, Take Stock Palm Beach alum (2006) and Take Stock Mentor of the Year (2014), gave time as a volunteer mentor while working in the Palm Beach School District and earning a doctoral degree.Today, Dr. Gideon is a principal...
June 05, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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21:14
Giving Back While Going After Your Dreams
What does it look like to go after your dreams? Take Stock Collier County-Champions for Learning program alum, Leaders 4 Life fellow, and mentor Tien Nguyen, dreamt of working in aquaculture and has been laying the groundwork for making ...
May 15, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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27:40