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Nature Opened Josh Carrera's Eyes

Joshua Carrera's story may have started out like that of most kids growing up in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn. But it sure takes a different turn. At age 17, Josh spent 4 weeks in Vermont through the LEAF program - an experience that changed his life forever.
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The LEAF program provides paid summer internships for high school students and helps educators from environmental high schools share best practices and scientific resources. Learn how LEAF works ►

LEAF is made possible through leading support from the Toyota USA Foundation.