PrepNext, DC Prep's Alumni Support Program
707 Edgewood St NE
Home Office
Washington
DC
20017
Contact Name:
Katy Dunn
Contact Email:
Program Description:
DC Prep is a high performing network of charter schools in Washington DC whose mission is to bridge the educational divide in Washington, DC by increasing the number of students from underserved communities with the academic preparation and personal character to succeed in competitive high schools and colleges. When students graduate from DC Prep in 8th grade, they are automatically enrolled in PrepNext, DC Prep's Alumni Support program where we work to ensure that each graduate has the tools they need to succeed personally and professionally. Our program includes: * Bi-weekly study halls * One-on-one counseling, both academic and socio-emotional, beginning in 9th grade * Intensive college process support including test prep classes, college visit trips, college list guidance, financial aid guidance, etc. * Meetings with receiving schools to facilitate student and family conversation and success * Academic and organizational tutoring at all levels * School visits to students enrolled in college to help with adjustment and to respond to any difficulties. Our program is cost-free to the students and takes place continually in person, online, and on the phone
Established:
2009
Number of Students Served:
231 currently
Funding:
Donations, grants, foundations
Mission Statement:
To provide a comprehensive and effective counseling and support program to improve the high school and college options for DC Prep graduates.
Specialty:
Comprehensive counseling through college graduation, including academic, financial, and personal
Academic Prep:
Yes
College and Postsecondary Planning:
Yes
Social Services:
Yes
Middle School (6-8):
Yes
High School (9-12):
Yes
Day:
Yes
Evening:
Yes
Weekends:
Yes
During School:
Yes
After School:
Yes
Summer:
Yes
Weekends:
Yes
School Attended:
Yes
Male:
50%
Female:
50%
First Generation:
85%
Two Year:
20%
Four Year:
50%
Other (including military, workforce, vocational/trade school):
20%
American Indian or Alaska Native:
99%
Black or African American:
1%