The summer before his Junior Year of high school Ryan Barnett found himself at a crossroads. He had just received his drivers license and was eager to forge his path...
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We learned long ago never to underestimate or limit a Genius. Quentin Smith is no exception. Like so many of our Alumni, he did things his own way in our...
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When you think about a typical day in the life of a 16-year-old, the first things that come to mind may not be analyzing stock investments, designing a money-saving app,...
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Desmond Paré recognizes the power of being a part of something bigger than himself. He’s been playing saxophone since the age of 10, with plenty of opportunities to take the...
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Before The Hidden Genius Project became a part of his reality, Galanafai Windross wasn’t sure what he’d pursue as a focus in college and beyond. Participating in the Intensive Immersion...
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A self-proclaimed “nerd,” Barry Esteen says he never really fit in with other kids his age. Having attended three different middle schools, it was hard for him to connect with...
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When Kyron Loggins spoke into the mic at The Hidden Genius Project’s recent End of Summer Celebration, he quickly made note of his own voice. “Wow, I sound deeper now,”...
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In getting to know Devon Nutting, a 17-year-old senior at Oakland’s Skyline High School, it’s hard to imagine him on anything other than a bright path. But he’s quick to...
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One of the first things our Geniuses are required to do during the course of their 15-month Intensive Immersion Program is to learn our Mission Statement: The Hidden Genius Project...
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When he was thirteen years old, George Hofstetter, OAK3 Hidden Genius Alum, first heard about The Hidden Genius Project while attending the very first Hackathon for Black Male Achievement in…