On the latest episode of Living Well Together, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Jeremy Ervin, founder and Chief Administrative Officer of Community STEAM Academy-Xenia (CSA-Xenia). Dr. Ervin brings a wealth of experience from both K-12 and higher education, where his innovative approach to learning has helped redefine the educational landscape. At CSA-Xenia, he leads with a philosophy that goes beyond traditional academics, embracing project-based learning and integrating science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) into every aspect of education. His mission? To help students find their passions and gain the skills necessary to thrive in a complex world.

Dr. Ervin’s passion extends to cultivating community partnerships with organizations like the Wright Brothers Institute and Quest Dance & Cheer, which bring hands-on learning experiences to students. He believes education is a community effort and advocates for collaboration between schools, local businesses, and non-profits to give students real-world experience and prepare them for lifelong learning. Dr. Ervin emphasizes the importance of workforce readiness—not just for college but for career and personal development—by equipping students with adaptability, collaboration, and problem-solving skills that meet the demands of the modern workforce.

Learn more:
Website: https://communitysteam.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSAxenia
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/csaxenia

In this episode of Living Well Together, we chat with Jenny Saladin, a longtime Fairborn community member whose journey exemplifies the power of aligning life with one’s true values. Jenny grew up in Enon but spent her early years dancing at Miami Valley Dance Center in Fairborn, where much of her social life and roots were formed. Today, she lives in Fairborn with her husband and son, Lacan. After earning her degree in business from Bowling Green State University, Jenny worked in corporate America for ten years before realizing it wasn’t the path for her. Through re-evaluating her financial priorities and redefining what a “successful” life looked like, she found a much happier, more fulfilling balance.

Jenny’s career now includes organizational work, personal assisting, and supporting the city schools. She’s passionate about making a difference in her community and witnessing its transformation firsthand. Her journey speaks to those who believe life has a fixed formula, reminding us that we’re not limited to the high school-college-full-time-job template. In her words, “Your path isn’t set in stone!” Jenny enjoys her new freedom and has never looked back. Now, she provides organizational support to clients on evenings and weekends—not to build a big business but to simply help a few people each month create order in their lives.

Tune in to hear Jenny’s insights on navigating life’s changes, following your heart, and creating a lifestyle that aligns with who you are.