Jarell Lee, A Rapping School Principal With An Origin Story Fit For A Marvel Hero

When you look at Jarell Lee’s credentials, you may assume he had everything easy. Growing up in Cleveland, Ohio, he graduated from a tony private high school. He then attended Harvard University where he earned a degree in sociology and African-American studies. His early life has even been chronicled in a book about unlocking the secrets to raising successful and purposeful children. If that wasn’t enough, he has also received two Master’s degrees from Hunter College and the University of Houston.

Currently, the 36-year-old is the principal and founder of KIPP Academy Chicago Primary. He is also a husband and father of two beautiful children. And while he’s helping to lead the next generation of Black youth, he’s found time to rap in music videos. But we’ll get to that soon.

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