EPISODE · Jul 15, 2025 · 20 MIN
#19: Lynda K. Welsh, President and CEO of SHARP Literacy
from PozCast: The Positively Milwaukee Podcast with Shannon Sims · host TMJ4 News
PozCast is a podcast from TMJ4 News and Positively Milwaukee, hosted by Shannon Sims.PozCast focuses on everyday individuals creating opportunity, overcoming adversity and improving lives. They're not seeking the spotlight. They're seeking change that's Positively Milwaukee.Episode 19:What happens when you combine 25 years of educational innovation with a leader who refuses to let any child fall behind? You get SHARP Literacy—and their incredible story unfolds in the newest Positively Milwaukee episode.Host Shannon Sims welcomes SHARP Literacy President and CEO Lynda K. Welsh for a fascinating conversation about how this Milwaukee nonprofit is changing the game for students who need it most. Welsh doesn't just talk about educational equity—she's living it, ensuring that public, charter, and choice schools receive cutting-edge STEAM programming absolutely free.The transformation has been remarkable. What started as a literacy-focused organization has evolved into a comprehensive STEAM powerhouse, responding to what Welsh saw as a critical need: preparing students for a rapidly changing workforce. The results speak for themselves—students are developing creativity, sharpening critical thinking skills, and discovering new passions through hands-on learning experiences.Listen to how SHARP Literacy continues to brighten children's futures through experiential learning that makes education both engaging and relevant.
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PozCast is a podcast from TMJ4 News and Positively Milwaukee, hosted by Shannon Sims.PozCast focuses on everyday individuals creating opportunity, overcoming adversity and improving lives. They're not seeking the spotlight. They're seeking change that's Positively Milwaukee.Episode 19:What happens when you combine 25 years of educational innovation with a leader who refuses to let any child fall behind? You get SHARP Literacy—and their incredible story unfolds in the newest Positively Milwaukee episode.Host Shannon Sims welcomes SHARP Literacy President and CEO Lynda K. Welsh for a fascinating conversation about how this Milwaukee nonprofit is changing the game for students who need it most. Welsh doesn't just talk about educational equity—she's living it, ensuring that public, charter, and choice schools receive cutting-edge STEAM programming absolutely free.The transformation has been remarkable. What started as a literacy-focused organization has evolved into a comprehensive STEAM powerhouse, responding to what Welsh saw as a critical need: preparing students for a rapidly changing workforce. The results speak for themselves—students are developing creativity, sharpening critical thinking skills, and discovering new passions through hands-on learning experiences.Listen to how SHARP Literacy continues to brighten children's futures through experiential learning that makes education both engaging and relevant.
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#19: Lynda K. Welsh, President and CEO of SHARP Literacy
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