​Phil Matero 

​Phil Matero is a recognized leader in the national movement to improve opportunities for quality education available to youth who have not been well-served by the traditional education system.  As its Executive Director, Phil Matero launched YouthBuild Charter School of California in 2008 to cultivate collaborative learning communities in which every student has the right to an authentic education, plays a meaningful role in creating positive social change, and becomes an active participant in working towards just conditions for all.  He has consulted for YouthBuild USA, YouthBuild International, US Peace Corps, the National Youth Employment Coalition, and other projects where he offered his expertise in social justice, youth development and education towards meaningful efforts to generate consequential and sustainable opportunities for youth.


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AAPF17 Sessions: 

Reengaging Students with a Student Engagement Department

​Reengaging out-of-school youth can be difficult and demanding work despite quality programs and high ideals. Learn how YouthBuild Charter Schools of California is meeting the challenge by empowering their most engaging teachers to take on the task. Learn about the creation of their Student Engagement Department and its amazing results.  This session provides an opportunity to be on the cutting-edge of emerging best practices in student engagement and dropout prevention.