Philbert Smith

Philbert developed a passion for working with young people when a friend, who was a Social Worker, recommended he work for St. Francis Home for Boys while he attended Wayne State University. That turned into a 37 yearlong journey with youth through their vicissitudes of life.

Philbert is a proud native of Detroit, Michigan and has worked with youth in the inner city of Detroit, Clinton, Michigan, street kids in Houston, Texas. While in Houston, he witnessed firsthand the ravishes of streetlife and the then little known infection call AIDS upon street kids.

At present, Philbert works at Eagle Rock School where he serves as Director of Students. As Director of Students, Philbert deals directly with disciplinary issues, student support, admissions, and myriad other matters.  He lives in Estes Park with his wife and two daughters.