Spotlight on Mitch Appleson (FYHS '99)

Graduating Year: 1999

Current Location: Philadelphia, PA

Profession:  I work in healthcare administration. I'm currently working as the COO for a non-profit that helps people with FTD, Frontotemporal. Dementia

Tell us a little bit about your family: 

Married with 3 kids

What is your favorite memory/(memories) from FYHS/HTC/Kayitz:

I got very close to my classmates throughout high school. I lived in the dorms and built some important bonds.

When the chimney strike happened, the Chicago community really stepped up and took us all in. We had school at KINS, and everyone made it work. It was a wild experience but we all came together. 

Please share a lesson/takeaway from your time at FYHS/HTC/Kayitz:

Keeping with the theme of community, people came from all different backgrounds, especially in the dorms. It was great to see such a diverse group of people come together. 

Advice for current students:

Make the most of your time at the Yeshiva. This isn't just going to school and getting a diploma. Take advantage of the special rebbeim and build relationships. Be part of the community!