Steppingstone Scholars Discuss Learning, Leadership, and the Path to College

Henry Kwan and Jaemin Woo, seniors at Boston Latin School who completed their academic preparation with The Steppingstone Academy in 2007, will enroll in college this coming fall as prestigious Posse Scholars.

Henry Kwan ('07, BLS '13)

Jaemin Woo ('07, BLS '13)

Henry plans to attend Bucknell University as an engineering major, while Jaemin will join the incoming freshman class at Hamilton College, where he plans to study economics.

As Posse Scholars, Henry and Jaemin will collaborate with other talented students to build diverse and welcoming communities on their respective campuses.

To qualify for these selective four-year scholarships, both young men distinguished themselves as leaders in high school. In addition to excelling academically, Henry became a classical pianist, while Jaemin joined the volleyball team, and played tuba in the school band. Both Scholars' achievements extend well beyond the classroom, the court or the concert hall, however. They also spent hundreds of hours tutoring other students, performing community service, and working weekend jobs.

What helped Henry and Jaemin prepare for and realize their success? Wondering what they recommend to other young Steppingstone Scholars on the path to college? Read more here.