Starting college is an exciting time, but also a new and intimidating experience. Our Class 8 Scholars are heading to college this summer and fall to start this journey — many leaving…
Elevations Scholars
Summer 201: Teaching Scholars College Life Skills
The Summer 201 program is a two-day retreat that kicks off our graduating senior Scholars’ transition to college. The weekend is made up of a series of workshops and activities meant to…
Welcome Elevation Scholars – Class 9
Congratulations to the newest class of Elevation Scholars! Our volunteer selection committee interviewed nearly 50 high-achieving, high-need students to choose the 18 who will make up this year’s cohort. Starting their junior…
National College Decision Day
This month kicked off with one of our favorite times of the year – National College Decision Day! The first day of May is traditionally when students make their final decisions about…
Helping Students Discover New Career Pathways
At Elevation Scholars, we not only help prepare students for college, but also help them get a head start on career planning with our Horizon Events. During these experiences, prestigious local businesses…
Educating the Whole Student
We are so thankful to Dr. Hatch, former president of Wake Forest University, for taking the time to chat with us last week about the institution’s long-time partnership with Elevation Scholars, and…
Tis the Season for College Acceptances!
Our high school seniors have been hard at work over the past couple years targeting their dream schools, writing thousands of words combined in college essays, visiting campuses and preparing for their…