Elevate 215 awards $160K in planning grants to four high schools beating the odds for their students
Today, Elevate 215 announces the award of $160,000 in planning grants to four Philadelphia high schools: Building 21 Philadelphia, Imhotep Institute Charter High School, Mastery Charter Shoemaker, and Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School. The schools are recognized for “beating the odds” (BTO) by producing graduates who are thriving after high school.
“These high schools have developed intentional and effective models that utilize innovative practices to prepare their students for post-secondary success,” said Stacy Holland, Executive Director of Elevate 215. “Our goal is to collaborate with the schools over the next few months to create action plans that will further accelerate student growth and ensure long-term success.”
The selected high schools were identified through data analysis based on specific demographic, income and performance criteria. The application process required schools to highlight a promising practice they plan to enhance or scale in their programming. Each selected school has been awarded a $40,000 planning grant.