Jose Rodriguez
Growing up in the inner city, Jose Rodriguez was faced with many of the same challenges students are faced with today. Impacted by his environment, he made some poor choices. He joined a gang, got arrested for stealing cars, and was regularly suspended from school. His story is one that many teens growing up in an urban setting can relate to today, but it's also a story of a complete turnaround. Jose is the founder and CEO of Rescue a Generation Inc., a non-profit that focuses on reaching...See more
Growing up in the inner city, Jose Rodriguez was faced with many of the same challenges students are faced with today. Impacted by his environment, he made some poor choices. He joined a gang, got arrested for stealing cars, and was regularly suspended from school. His story is one that many teens growing up in an urban setting can relate to today, but it's also a story of a complete turnaround. Jose is the founder and CEO of Rescue a Generation Inc., a non-profit that focuses on reaching students who are struggling in school due to behavior, suspensions, and family issues. He is a sought-out communicator who speaks to students in a variety of venues across the nation. His passion for young people, authenticity, and boldness gives him the tools to effectively help all of us reach and rescue this generation. See less
