EPISODE · Mar 24, 2026 · 30 MIN
Episode 11: “From Promise to Purpose: Empowering the Next Generation”
from The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast - "Where Purpose Meets Play and Legacy Is Built With Love” · host Lacetia Walker, Ed.S
In this episode of “The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast”, host Lacetia Walker welcomes Star Essence, Founder and CEO of Morning STAR International, an Atlanta-based nonprofit. Lacetia and Star enjoy a powerful conversation discussing moving from Promise to Purpose by pouring into youth. Star shares how she shifted from studying accounting at Tennessee State University toward mentoring; built Morning STAR International after moving to Atlanta; and developed programs for youth in college preparation, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, career pathways, and mental health awareness.Lacetia leads a delightful conversation with Star as she highlights the many opportunities for students and youth that are provided by the Morning STAR International nonprofit including grants and scholarships. Enjoy this riveting episode of “The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast” that emphasizes resilience, faith with action, and never settling for less than true happiness.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share to spread the joy!Subscribe to the The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast for more exciting content: https://www.youtube.com/@thejoyfillededucator?sub_confirmation=1More information on Starr Essence and Morning Star International: https://www.reachastar.org/
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In this episode of “The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast”, host Lacetia Walker welcomes Star Essence, Founder and CEO of Morning STAR International, an Atlanta-based nonprofit. Lacetia and Star enjoy a powerful conversation discussing moving from Promise to Purpose by pouring into youth. Star shares how she shifted from studying accounting at Tennessee State University toward mentoring; built Morning STAR International after moving to Atlanta; and developed programs for youth in college preparation, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, career pathways, and mental health awareness.Lacetia leads a delightful conversation with Star as she highlights the many opportunities for students and youth that are provided by the Morning STAR International nonprofit including grants and scholarships. Enjoy this riveting episode of “The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast” that emphasizes resilience, faith with action, and never settling for less than true happiness.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share to spread the joy!Subscribe to the The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast for more exciting content: https://www.youtube.com/@thejoyfillededucator?sub_confirmation=1More information on Starr Essence and Morning Star International: https://www.reachastar.org/
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