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How Changing Schools Taught Me More Than Any Class | Kyle Channell | TEDxColumbusAcademy

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Channel: TEDx Talks · 2017 · Nonprofits & Activism

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Kyle Channell, a sophomore at Columbus Academy, discusses his experiences changing schools  multiple times, and his observations of how education is impacting students.


Kyle Channell is a sophomore at Columbus Academy. This is his second year at Academy having previously attended Olentangy Orange Middle School. Prior to this, he was homeschooled by his mother, Linda, through seventh grade. His mother now has returned to work as a Speech Pathologist while his father works in food purchasing. Kyle is the youngest of three siblings; his two older brothers were also both previously homeschooled and now attend Vanderbilt University in the Freshman and Junior classes. Kyle’s academic interests include creative writing and biology. Other school activities include journalism, debate, choir and student council, along with being a member of the CA football team. Outside of school, Kyle has been performing musical theatre since he was seven. He has also appeared in several films, beginning at the age of ten. Kyle is very passionate about education, having enjoyed such a diverse background in his personal learning experience. 

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