The Jonesville Academy is presented by Boys to Men Leadership Group Kentucky, Inc. and For a Real Change, Inc. The Executive Directors for these two youth-serving 501c3 nonprofits began meeting in 2020 about a collaboration to close the achievement gap of black and brown youth and further their organizations’ focus equipping youth for success.
Co-Founder / Co-Director
Tyreon Clark
Tyreon Clark is the Executive Director of Boys To Men Leadership Group and President of Bowling Green Youth Flag Football League. Born and raised in Bowling Green, KY, he founded it on a mission to empower youth in his hometown. He is a proud father to his 12 year old son, Jordon Whitlow-Clark and 1 year old daughter Ruby Clark.
Tyreon has worked with local school systems, businesses and community members to build youth programs while inspiring the next generation. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Social Work at Austin Peay State University, and Masters of Science in Sports Administration at Western Kentucky University.
Tyreon works in various settings, building positive connections with youth and adults through community initiatives, education and athletics.
Co-Founder / Co-Director
Aurelia Spaulding
Aurelia founded For a Real Change, Inc. after years of working with youth and young adult programming. Her passion for empowering youth through education and meaningful experiences keeps her working hard to create opportunities and increase access for youth to succeed.
She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations, Master of Public Administration degree, and a graduate certificate in Leadership Studies from Western Kentucky University. In addition, Aurelia earned a Volunteer Management Certificate from the Center for Nonprofit Management.
Aurelia promotes higher education daily in WKU’s Division of Communications & Marketing. She enjoys teaching part-time in the Organizational Leadership program.
Aurelia is delighted to help build out the vision and work of the Jonesville Academy, and in turn, partner with scholars in achieving their goals. She is excited about all they will become and grateful for the opportunity to be a part of their journey.