Uyioghosa Ebomoyi

2021 "Pass the Torch" Scholarship Recipient

“Although there are many obstacles affecting their success, I don’t want to give up on the kids in these communities because Mr. Pasek made it his mission not to give up on me.”

As a young person struggling with ADHD, for years, Uyioghosa Ebomoyi found school a frustrating, demoralizing experience. Then he met Mr. Pasek. Mr. Pasek challenged him to work hard and make significant changes to his study habits and lifestyle – changes which enabled him to succeed for the first time. Today, in his work in marginalized communities, Uyioghosa continues to build on the tools Mr. Pasek gave him. As a teacher, he aims to empower those students who have the odds stacked against them, so they too can develop the skills to thrive.

Here is Uyioghosa's story about Mr. Pasek, the teacher who inspired him.

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