Kenya Strong

Founder and
Executive Director

Kenya Strong is a visionary educator, passionate youth advocate, and the dynamic Founder & Executive Director of Strong Academy. With over three decades of classroom experience and administrative leadership, Kenya has dedicated her life to empowering young people through holistic, culturally responsive, and student-centered learning experiences.

Guided by the belief that every child deserves access to quality education and a supportive community, Kenya launched Strong Academy in 2025. Her unwavering commitment to uplifting youth and fostering inclusive learning environments continues to drive her work in culturally responsive curricula, DEIJ, social emotional learning, and culturally relevant pedagogy. She remains rooted in her purpose: to build a legacy of strength, excellence, and opportunity for future generations.