Alexis Rubin
Launch
New York, NY USA
"Say yes to every opportunity that comes your way."
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Alexis's work combines: Education, Entrepreneurship, and Teaching / Mentoring
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Life & Career Milestones
My path in life has been direct
1.
As a student, I experienced hands-on learning that sparked my love for creating immersive, real-world educational experiences.
2.
After college, I spent time at an outdoor center in Vermont, which deepened my passion for outdoor and experiential education, and inspired me to bring this back to New York City.
3.
I joined the New York City Teaching Fellows program, teaching third grade and reimagining traditional methods to suit bilingual learners.
4.
During my early teaching years, I prioritized nature-based learning, even organizing trips for students to see snow for the first time.
5.
In 2011, I co-founded Launch, a middle school in Crown Heights, to foster belonging, cultivate joy, and develop innovative education models.
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Six years ago, atop a climbing tower, we envisioned Runway Green, now becoming a hub for education, climate justice, and green careers.