Opening Doors for Students to Chase their Dreams
 

THE WHY

The current education system isn’t working for everyone

For too many students, the quality of their education—and the belief in what’s possible—is determined by their income or zip code. This leads to gaps in opportunity, achievement, and a sense of what’s possible.

Purpose Statement

Every child deserves more than survival. When opportunity is out of reach, purpose feels distant. Every child deserves the chance to discover who they are and pursue a future filled with possibility.

 
 

THE DATA

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Books What is the graduation rate of Title I schools in South Carolina?
86% and only 17% are career/college ready
Chairs What is the absenteeism rate at our partnered schools?
63% ABSENTEEISM
Stairs What percentage of African-American students in Charleston County are career-ready vs. White students?
23% African-American to 83% white
FAFSA How many seniors completed a FAFSA form and attended a 2-4 college?
43% FAFSA Completion & 44% College Attendance
 

OUR EFFECT

100%

Complete the Eighth Grade Capstone Project

100%

Graduate College and Career Ready

100%

Have Completed the FASFA

100%

Take the ACT or SAT

90%

Of Highschool Students with Zero Suspensions

90%

Of Highschool Students Pass all Classes

100%

Have at Least One Internship/Apprenticeship