Jason Spires' Journey and Khan Academy's Impact

Jason Spires shares his journey from prison to Stanford University, highlighting the transformative role of Khan Academy in his education. Despite a challenging background, he used Khan Academy's resources to improve his math skills and prepare for the SAT, ultimately leading to his acceptance at Stanford. Jason expresses gratitude to Khan Academy and its supporters for providing accessible education, which helped him overcome personal and academic challenges.

What was Jason Spires' prison number?

• Mr. K 54321

• Mr. K 67890

• Mr. K 12345

• Mr. K 99397

What positive change occurred in Jason's family after his arrest?

• His parents moved to a new city

• His parents adopted a child

• His parents got clean and sober

• His parents started a new business

How did Jason's mother help him learn math while he was in prison?

• By hiring a private tutor

• By sending him math textbooks

• By using Khan Academy transcripts

• By enrolling him in an online course

What was the outcome of Jason's use of Khan Academy for SAT preparation?

• He decided not to take the SAT

• He was accepted to Stanford University

• He failed the SAT

• He transferred to a different community college

Who was the guest speaker in Jason's classroom a year after his acceptance to Stanford?

• Mr. Khan

• A famous mathematician

• A former prison warden

• A technology entrepreneur

What did Jason find beneficial about Khan Academy's videos?

• They were available in multiple languages

• They were very short

• They were easy to understand

• They were entertaining

What did Jason appreciate about Khan Academy's impact on his learning?

• It connected him with other students

• It allowed him to learn without embarrassment

• It provided him with a scholarship

• It offered him a job opportunity

Who does Jason thank for supporting Khan Academy's growth?

• Donors and supporters

• His friends

• The government

• His family

What field is Jason studying at Stanford University?

• Engineering

• Biology

• Mathematics

• Computer Science

What does Jason believe about the potential of others with access to learning resources?

• They will all become teachers

• They can create their own success stories

• They will not benefit from it

• They will face the same challenges he did