In this episode of Small Town Grit, host Corey Haubs sits down with Paul Whitney, the Branch Director of Link Learning in Vassar, an online virtual high school that offers education opportunities to kids and adults who haven’t thrived in the traditional public school system. Paul shares his deep passion for helping students succeed and talks about the challenges they face. In addition to his role in education, Paul is a dedicated community member. He dives into his family's legacy of founding the Keep Vassar Beautiful committee, which was responsible for the iconic petunias that once lined the streets of Vassar. He reflects on the changing times and the decline of the beloved petunia program. Tune in to hear Paul's inspiring story of education, community service, and preserving local traditions.
