Leanna Lehman

Leanna Lehman is the author of quirky political fiction novel, "Vote For Remi" (She Writes Press). She worked in the education field for six years, and specialized in developing online educational programs that assist at-risk teens. She lives in Fallon, Nevada, with her rescued dog Henry Higgins, and spends her free time painting, hiking, snowboarding, camping, and traveling to the coast. She found her passion for writing while undergoing chemo therapy in 2008-2009, when she began journaling her experience.

Inspiring At-Risk Youth

by Leanna Lehman • June 23, 2015

The term “at risk” simply implies the risk of failing one or more classes. However, it belies the bigger picture—the far reaching effects of being a socioeconomically disadvantaged teenager. In my work in the education field, I had the opportunity to meet and influence several at-risk teens. The average “home-life” for the kids I worked with meant…