In this engaging discussion, Kwame Owusu-Kesse, CEO of Harlem Children's Zone, sheds light on breaking the cycle of poverty through education. Maria Vazquez, Superintendent of Orange County Public Schools, emphasizes innovative community partnerships that enrich student support. Russell Booker, CEO of Spartanburg Academic Movement, outlines how civic infrastructure empowers local youth. Kristy Sullivan, from TNTP, advocates for high-quality education as a right. Together, they reveal the transformative power of community-driven initiatives in reshaping educational landscapes.