A Spotlight on Persist Nashville’s Leadership and Mission
The latest CityCast Nashville podcast episode, “This Free Program Helps MNPS Students Take Their Next Step,” shines a light on how Persist Nashville is transforming the college journey for Metro Nashville Public Schools graduates.
The episode features Jennifer Hill, our Executive Director, and Analese Lytle, a proud Persist alum, in conversation with host Whitney Pastorek. Together, they unpack how personal coaching, long-term relationships, and community partnerships help Nashville students not only enroll in college – but persist and graduate.
Listen here: CityCast Nashville – This Free Program Helps MNPS Students Take Their Next Step
What the Podcast Reveals About Persist Nashville’s Impact
Jennifer shares the Persist story and how the organization has become a lifeline for Nashville’s college-bound students. Persist Nashville provides free one-on-one coaching to help students navigate college, financial aid, and life after high school.
Listeners will hear:
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The Long-Haul Coaching Model: Persist doesn’t stop supporting students after they enroll in college. Coaches stay connected semester after semester, helping them overcome academic, financial, and personal challenges until graduation.
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Real Stories from Students: Persist alum Analese Lytle describes how having consistent coaching helped her stay motivated and reach her goals. Her journey represents thousands of MNPS graduates who benefit from the program each year.
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Community Collaboration: You’ll hear Jennifer highlight how local businesses, donors, and volunteers strengthen Persist’s mission, proving that it truly takes a community to help students succeed.
Why This Nashville Story Matters
Nashville’s economy and workforce depend on educated, confident graduates. But for many first-generation students, college can feel like uncharted territory. Persist Nashville bridges that gap, offering expert guidance, consistent coaching, and emotional support. Jennifer’s leadership and vision ensure that every student who starts college has a strong chance of finishing. The coaching staff models this vision by committing to helping students develop skills and confidence to not only graduate but transition into adulthood.
How to Support Persist Nashville’s Mission
If you’re inspired by what you heard, here are a few ways to help Nashville students persist, graduate, and thrive:
- Listen & Share the Podcast — Spread the word about Persist’s impact by sharing the episode link.
- Follow Persist Nashville — Stay connected on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook for student stories, updates, and events.
- Donate or Sponsor — Every $770 funds a year of coaching for one college student. Give today to help expand our reach.
- Partner with Us — Businesses and community members can sponsor campus visit snacks, offer internships, or serve as mentors. Together, we can make Nashville a city where every student’s persistence leads to success.