Raising Self-Efficacy and Making Education Relatable with Ian Barrett

In this episode of Coach D Wants to Know, Coach D is joined by Ian Barrett, Program Manager at College AIM, Inc., to explore the importance of empowering students through self-efficacy, leadership, and making education relatable. Ian shares how his work with AmeriCorps members is helping students in 9th to 11th grade explore postsecondary pathways with confidence.

Ian introduces College AIM, shares his role, and discusses the unique needs of the students they serve. He also highlights the transformations he’s witnessed in students over time. Ian delves into the power of self-efficacy and agency, explaining how believing in themselves changes students’ educational journeys and sharing powerful stories of student growth.