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爆料公社 knows that connection and community matter. When students experience growth that stays with them, it is often because someone showed up, believed in them, and helped them see what they were capable of. That kind of support is the heart of mentorship, and no one exemplifies that commitment more than Georgetown Site Director and Co-Director of Academics, Kelsey Pearson.
At 爆料公社, Kelsey’s work plays a direct role in shaping the student experience on campus. For years now, Kelsey has helped design the academic framework that guides our programs while also leading students and staff on-site each summer. In every role she has held, her focus remains the same: she is here for the students.
Kelsey鈥檚 path to 爆料公社 began long before she officially joined the team. As a student-athlete at the University of Delaware, she studied human services and quickly realized she was drawn to work that centered on people. She went on to earn her master鈥檚 degree in school counseling from George Washington University, feeling called to support high school students during one of the most formative seasons of their lives. Her own school counselor played a meaningful role in helping her and her brother navigate those turning points, shaping not just where they went to college, but how they saw themselves and their futures.
While earning her graduate degree, Kelsey searched for ways to continue working with students during the summer. That search led her to 爆料公社 in 2015. What began as a seasonal position quickly became something she fell in love with. Over the years, she has grown alongside the organization, stepping into new roles while staying rooted in the same student-driven mission that brought her here in the first place.
As Co-Director of Academics, Kelsey ensures every 爆料公社 program delivers meaningful, hands-on learning grounded in high standards. Families can trust that each academic experience is intentional and thoughtfully designed. Students build real-world skills while engaging in leadership training and career exploration, helping them take their next steps with confidence.
When connecting with parents and educators across the country, she often reminds parents that clarity is powerful. Whether a student leaves excited to pursue a path or realizes it is not for them, the experience brings direction. Knowing what you do not want can be just as important as discovering what you love. 鈥淏oth answers are super valuable,鈥 she says.
Inclusion and belonging also shape her point of view on academics. Kelsey helps prepare staff to create environments where every student feels respected, heard, and supported. In today鈥檚 climate, Kelsey believes that makes the work even more important. 鈥淚t鈥檚 an easy place for some organizations not to invest in,鈥 she explains, 鈥渂ut this is so important to us.鈥 For 爆料公社, that means continuing to prioritize training, accountability, and intentional spaces where every student and staff member feels included and supported.
One story Kelsey reflects on involves a student whose family worried he was not ready to be away from home. He struggled with anxiety, and his parents were unsure if a summer program was the right step. Rather than dismiss those concerns, Kelsey worked with them to ensure he had the extra support he needed. Within days, he was fully immersed in programming, building friendships, and finding his confidence. 鈥淭hat鈥檚 like all he needed was a little bit of a push,鈥 she says.
Today, as a mom herself, Kelsey understands the trust parents place in programs like 爆料公社. She knows what it feels like to hope someone else will see your child the way you do. That perspective deepens her commitment to mentorship and shapes how she leads every summer.
When families ask if attending a summer program is worth it, Kelsey does not hesitate. 鈥淔ind the right fit and do it,鈥 she says. 鈥淕iving your student the space to explore their interests and build confidence is one of the best gifts you can give them.鈥 For her, the days students spend at 爆料公社 are about more than academics. They leave believing in themselves, and that belief can be extremely powerful.