Freshmen Reflections: ACE 1

What happens when young people are given the opportunity to explore their interests, imagine new possibilities, and discover their own potential?

In this conversation, ACE 1 participants Kanchan, Maryan, and Batula share what they've learned during their first year in King Street Center's Academic & Career Exploration program. From navigating the transition to high school to visiting local businesses and meeting entrepreneurs, these young women are beginning to see new pathways for their futures. Their reflections are thoughtful, funny, and deeply hopeful, offering a powerful reminder that when youth are given access, support, and encouragement, they gain the confidence to dream bigger and believe in what's possible.