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Humans of Ypsilanti (2 of 7): Pedro Betancourt and David Vidal-Jones

by SEMIS Coalition | May 20, 2023 | Community Forum 2023 | 7 comments

Person with curly black hair and brown eyes stands in front of a wall. He has a blue hoodie and black jacket on.
Interviewer, Preston Scherdt
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Humans of Ypsilanti is a project started at ACCE High School in 2021, where we interview members of our community and amplify their stories through our writing, photography and videography.

Mr. Pedro Betancourt (L) and Mr. David Vidal-Jones ( R) -  (ACCE Staff Members) . These two people are sitting in front of the Acheiving College and Career Education sign with a bush on either side of them, in a grassy green field with yellow dandelions.
Interviewees, Mr. Pedro Betancourt (left) and Mr. David Vidal-Jones (right) – (ACCE Staff Members)

By: Preston Scherdt, 9th-12th

Teacher: Lauren Fardig-Diop

Theme: History of Place, Civic Engagement

Subject: ELA

Type: Audio Recording, Photograph

 

7 Comments

  1. Sarah Russell
    Sarah Russell on May 25, 2023 at 5:43 pm

    I loved hearing Mr. Betancourt’s and Mr. Vidal-Jones’ stories. So inspiring! Nice work Preston!

    Reply
  2. Greg Smith
    Greg Smith on May 25, 2023 at 5:40 pm

    Preston, I like the way you were able to connect to Pedro and David and encourage them to share things they are excited about–favorite place and most memorable moments.

    Reply
  3. Luke Evans
    Luke Evans on May 25, 2023 at 5:39 pm

    Great storytelling, I love the geography, social, and environmental themes combined together.

    Reply
  4. Nigora
    Nigora on May 25, 2023 at 5:37 pm

    Hi Preston,
    I loved the questions you asked and the flow of the interview you conducted. I learned so much from your interviewees and was able to create a personal connection with them.
    Thank you for sharing this project in this space and enriching my understanding about YCS members.
    I was wondering if you would be interested in expanding this project and involving other younger grades so they learn and build connection with their community?
    Thank you for doing this project,

    Reply
    • Preston
      Preston on May 25, 2023 at 6:18 pm

      That’s a great idea

      Reply
  5. Jose Figueroa
    Jose Figueroa on May 25, 2023 at 4:14 pm

    Great interview Preston! Wonderful histories and unique ways to connect with the community members

    Reply
    • Preston
      Preston on May 25, 2023 at 5:37 pm

      Many thanks

      Reply

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