The Business of Helping the Youth in Our Community

04/12/2025 33 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this inspiring episode of The House That Ross Built, we sit down with Justin Cook, founder of The Learning Renaissance in New York City. Dedicated to disrupting the school-to-prison pipeline, Justin has built a youth development program that transforms classroom literature into immersive, hands-on learning adventures.From ELA-based escape rooms to interactive curriculum experiences, Justin shares his journey, the heart behind his mission, and how reading became his tool to empower the next generation. Tune in to learn how creativity, literacy, and community investment are reshaping education—and discover how you can help uplift youth where you are.Learn more at: upliftingny.org

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