Jose Lewis-Castro

Monroe Community College Liberty Partnerships Program Alumni

When did you graduate high school, and which high school did you attend?
February 2019 and from Edison High School in Rochester, New York.

What are you up to now?
I am currently enrolled at Monroe Community College where I play on the Men’s Soccer Team

How did you get involved with Liberty Partnerships?
My parent signed me up, which I am happy they did. It was a great experience.

What are some of your favorite activities/programs that you did through Liberty Partnerships?
Definitely would be going on College tours because it gave me options for when I will transfer out after two years at MCC.

Describe how Liberty Partnerships shaped your life both in and out of the classroom.
In the classroom, I am able to focus more even with distractions. Out of the classroom, it is easier to communicate with people.

What are you most proud of?
Graduating and going to college where I made the Men’s Soccer Team. Then after 2 Years when I am going to transfer out — just have to see where it takes me.

What advice do you have for current students?
Stay in your books because believe me if I had a chance to go back I would be in my books much more.

What does community mean to you?
Your neighborhood or city getting together for positive things instead of negative things.