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Our Mission
At New Era Prep, our mission is to empower students, families, and communities through a multifaceted commitment to education, professional development, and mental well-being. We are dedicated to fostering growth, resilience, and success among our youth, both academically and personally.
We are committed to providing paid internships for aspiring journalists, photography students, and writers, offering them invaluable exposure and skill-building opportunities. Through these internships, we aim to cultivate a generation of talented communicators and storytellers, equipped to navigate and excel in the dynamic world of media and journalism.
Furthermore, we strive to support our high school athletes by showcasing their talents and achievements, facilitating endorsements, and securing college sponsorships. By amplifying their voices and accomplishments, we seek to open doors to future opportunities and enable them to pursue their dreams both on and off the field.
In addition to our commitment to fostering professional development, we deeply value the mental health and well-being of our interns and athletes. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health counseling services. Our goal is to create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive both personally and professionally."
Through our holistic approach to education, career development, and mental health support, we aim to empower individuals to reach their full potential and make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond. Together, we envision a future where every student and athlete has the opportunity to succeed and flourish.
Our Vision
At New Era Prep, our vision is to cultivate a community where every student, family, and individual thrives with confidence, purpose, and resilience. We envision a future where our commitment to education, professional development, and mental well-being creates a ripple effect of positive impact, transforming lives and shaping the leaders of tomorrow
Through our dedication to providing paid internships for aspiring journalists, photography students, and writers, we envision a generation of empowered communicators who fearlessly share stories, spark conversations, and drive positive change in society.
Moreover, we envision a supportive environment where mental health is prioritized and destigmatized. By providing accessible mental health counseling services to our interns and athletes, we envision individuals equipped with the tools and resilience to navigate life's challenges with courage and grace.
We see a future where our high school athletes are not only celebrated for their athletic prowess but also empowered to pursue their dreams beyond the field, securing endorsements and college sponsorships that open doors to endless opportunities.
Education, career development, and mental well-being, we aspire to inspire individuals to realize their full potential. Together, we envision a brighter future where every individual is empowered to thrive and contribute meaningfully to a more inclusive and prosperous society.
Our Values
Our Leadership
Xavon Christopher: Born on the island of St. Croix (USVI). He lived on St. Croix for a number of years before moving to Florida.
Xavon would go on to graduate from Boynton Beach Community High School. Xavon is a former Atlantic High School and Football University (FBU) coach.
Xavon is a former social media manager and staff writer covering Palm Beach County high school sports and college football for Prep Builders.
Xavon co founded New Era Prep in 2017. In his free time, Xavon loves to spend time with his son Xavon Christopher Jr. Xavon is also very active in the lives of students in the local community.
Kenneth Stephens is a Palm Beach County native that was born and raised in Boynton Beach, FL. Kenneth received his undergraduate degree in Psychology and Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Florida Atlantic University.
He’s a former teacher of Palm Beach County School District. Kenneth has a passion for sports and education. Kenneth is a former college football player of Bethel University (TN) and Florida Atlantic University.
Kenneth is a proud alumni of Boynton Beach Community High School. With encouragement from Xavon Christopher and various community leaders, Kenneth Co-founded New Era Prep.
Kenneth enjoys reading, spending time with his family, playing with his dog, and exercising during his free time.