Detroit kids school us on city living
We asked a group of teens to share with Model D what they love about their schools and living in the city. We also asked what they'd like to change about Detroit. We share their answers, in their own words.
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City kid Nathan Santoscoy: Sophomore admires the city’s spirit
Cass Tech Sophomore Nathan Santoscoy loves reading and biking the Dequindre Cut. He loves the city's spirit: "I hope that by growing up in a city with that kind of character, some of it will rub off on me."
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