AOL.com – Good News Now: Ex-NBA Star Builds Charter School
November 18, 2010 | Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Latest News Philanthropy Press
(Nov. 18) — Former NBA star Jalen Rose has a lot to be proud of: He was a player on two University of Michigan basketball teams that went to the Final Four; he had a 13-year career in the NBA and he is currently a highly regarded hoop analyst for ESPN.
But his greatest honor won’t be ready until next year: his own school.
Rose is building a charter school in his hometown of Detroit that will help give students the education and life skills they need to succeed.
When the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy opens in September 2011, it will provide a free education to 500 high school students.
Even though Rose is reportedly one of only three athletes who have had a school named for him, he’s more thrilled about the prospect of making a difference.
“I am very excited to do what I can,” he told AOL News. “The people who are working on it are doing a tremendous job helping kids to learn.”
Kids have always needed a helping hand up the ladder of success, but Rose feels this generation needs a boost more than others.
“Kids today are exposed to so many …
Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Hires Educational Entrepreneur
October 21, 2010 | Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Latest News Philanthropy Press
Former Mount Clemens Community Schools Superintendent Takes on the Role
Detroit, Michigan – The Jalen Rose Leadership Academy announced today that Dr. Charles P. Muncatchy has been selected to become its Educational Entrepreneur. Dr. Muncatchy will leave his position as superintendent of the Mount Clemens Community Schools District to develop and implement an innovative instructional program to ensure the achievement of underserved young people in Detroit at the Academy scheduled to open in Fall 2011.
Founded by ESPN/ABC studio analyst and 13-year NBA Star Jalen Rose, the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy will be a charter school designed to provide a rigorous, nurturing college-prep experience for Detroit students who will have real-world, project-based experiences organized around themes and career opportunities in leadership, sports management, and entertainment industries. This high school will ensure students receive extensive college exposure and course opportunities through a partnership with University of Detroit Mercy. The Academy is committed to ensuring 100% of its students graduate from high school, 95% enroll in college, and 90% of those enrollees will graduate from college. Enrollment will be open to residents of the City of Detroit, as well as surrounding communities. The Jalen …
Skillman Foundation President & CEO Talks with Jalen about His New School
September 28, 2010 | Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Latest News Philanthropy Press
Skillman Foundation President & CEO Carol Goss talks with native Detroiter and ESPN/ABC basketball analyst Jalen Rose about his new school, the importance of education, and his becoming an important voice in the push to bring more excellent schools to Detroit.