Lifting as We Climb: Empowering the Next Generation of Women with Sonia Turner


Lifting as We Climb: Empowering the Next Generation of Women with Sonia Turner


In this heartwarming and transformative episode of Chat & Chill with Super. Hill, Superintendent Dr. Terrell Hill sits down with Sonia Turner, Humanities Instructional Coach at JFK, to discuss an initiative that has redefined Women's History Month at the school. For years, Sonia has curated a month-long panel series featuring trailblazing women—mayors, news anchors, lawyers, and entrepreneurs—who share their journeys, breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation.

But for Sonia, this mission is deeply personal. After struggling with self-esteem as a child, she realized she had to become the role model she once needed. Seeing young girls in her school battling the same insecurities, she stepped up to create a space where they could see their potential reflected in powerful, real-life role models.

The result? A movement that has girls standing taller, believing in themselves, and uplifting one another. This feel-good episode may just bring you to tears as we explore how mentorship, representation, and sisterhood are shaping the future—one assembly at a time.

Tune in and be inspired!

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