In this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Stephanie and SPARK Intern, Andres Medina, discuss the most impactful parts of recent SPARK facilitator training and reflect on their most meaningful moments. Andres hopes to use his time with the SPARK Initiative to gain experience mentoring individuals through the curriculum and become an influential leader. While sharing their passion for criminal justice, Stephanie and Andres state the importance of following your spark, even if it means listening a little longer, shining through the clouds, or taking the “next exit.” While speaking on how the curriculum lays a solid foundation for educators, they realize some of the best instruction comes from making it their own. Tune in to enjoy the fresh connection between Stephanie and Andres, following a unique training with other professionals in the field of social and emotional learning.