Coaching
for College seeks to address two major problems within the Shaw
community; poor academic achievement and scarcity of positive role
models. Coaching for College seeks to improve the academic performance
of youth participating through weekly one-on-one academic tutoring
sessions customized to each students individual needs.
The
weekly academic tutoring equips students with tools needed to succeed
in school now and in the future. Two coaches are assigned to each
student to ensure consistency and stability for students. Special
workshops are held to enhance skills in studying, organization, writing
and critical thinking.
Coaching
for College also develops and builds strong interpersonal relationships
between mentors and youth participants by planning and implementing fun
enrichment activities for students and their coaches outside of the
classroom. In many cases,
coaches have continued to mentor the same student well beyond the one
year minimum requirement, and students have remained in the program for
multiple years.
During
the Summer Opportunities Initiative, Coaching for College identifies,
coordinates, and funds paid internships and other summer enrichment
activities such as camps and classes for participants to further their
academic and career interests.
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