Summer Enrichment

A four-week, summer high school preparation camps are held incoming ninth graders identified as needing extra help transitioning to high school.  The program includes pre-algebra, writing and literature studies and real-world applications.   One day a week is devoted to special activities including trips to local industry and colleges and job application and interview skills training.   During the program, students become familiar with high school staff and the facility.  At end of the program, students are assigned to the school graduation coach who will support them and their families during the school year.  Additionally each student is matched with a mentor to work with them throughout the year.    The camp experiences, the graduation coach a school-year mentor, and familiarity with the high school and its staff increase the chances of success for these students.

2007-08:  Implemented at one high school, Berea High School and involved 19 participants.