Jerome Pathakamuri, a recent Ohio Virtual Academy graduate, has been named K12’s first Chief Student Officer. At 17, he was selected from 500+ applicants for this part-time role to help shape student-focused content, advise on social media trends, and improve the online school experience. Jerome, a business leader and chess team captain, credits OHVA for his growth and plans to study business and marketing this fall at Franciscan University of Steubenville.
Destinations Career Academy of New Mexico student Konner Yessilgh is gaining hands-on entrepreneurship experience through Orchard Park’s Makers Market, where he is building business skills while selling his own products. With support from mentors and the youth entrepreneurship program, Konner is developing confidence, customer service skills and real-world experience as he explores his future career goals in game development.
