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It was great to greet and meet so many awesome high school juniors at the 2026 Citywide College Fair. They were respectful, enthusiastic and focused. They shared their aspirations, talents and impressive gpa’s.There were approximately 2500 in attendance and they cleaned me out of treats, scholarship and college information and anxiously signed up for college…
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Our Lincoln University Campus Tour was an exciting event for our teens who braved the weather for an insightful and admissions presentation on March 5, 2025. Our students shared reflections after the trip that I felt compelled to share: “This was an amazing trip, what a great college. I love how the college students connected…
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Yesterday was a great day for our community teens who enjoyed a visit to Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland. We had a great student tour guide who “kept it real” with our teens about dorm life, peer pressure, time management, internships and the importance of valuing your education. Our teens also enjoyed learning about…
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Our Community Resource and Job Fair was a huge success. Individuals and families were able to connect with potential employers and obtain community resource information. We look forward to hosting!
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The High School Academic Support Program hosted a Law Enforcement Career Fair at City plex on January 15, 2025.
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Our community teens had a great time attending Open House at Delaware State University. The campus tour, Information Session, Band and Greek Life Step Show were awesome experiences. We thank our sponsors: Youth Medium Symposium and the Urban League of Essex County. Our students shared reflections after the trip that I felt compelled to share:…
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Truly grateful for another successful BBQ and Backpack Giveaway on August 21st. Our menu was plentiful and delicious from the yellow rice and macaroni salad to the pasta salad and chicken. We thank our grill masters, Elijah, Bryce and Kemoy(Newark High School teens from Barringer, East Side and Technology) and our food servers: Erika Jackson,…
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Our community teens enjoyed an end of the summer fun day and last outing for the 2023-2024 school year! “I just want to say Thank you for making me feel so comfortable as it was my first time going on a trip with you guys. I had a great time. It made me forget about…
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The High School Academic Support Program hosted a trip to Yankee Stadium for the Yankees vs Boston Red Sox Game on July 6, 2024. Our teens had a fun-filled day and expressed warm sentiments about their experience: “The trip was great, a once in a lifetime experience. I had a great time. I’m now a…
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Our Teens enjoyed a fun-filled trip to Dorney Park as we celebrated their 2024 commencements: “I am extremely grateful for being part of this trip to Dorney Park today. I had fun.” Rosaria West Side High School “My experience on this trip was amazing. Dorney Park was a great choice to take seniors before they…
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