The next generation of Atlanta Public Schools REACH scholars signed their agreements during a signing ceremony at the APS Student and Family Support Hub.
The class of 2029 REACH scholars went through a rigorous application process after being nominated by their school’s principals and counselors. Upon graduating high school and fulfilling their REACH scholarship duties, each student will be awarded a $10,000 scholarship. The scholar is able to receive up to $2,500 per year for up to four years to be used towards the cost of attendance while enrolled full-time at a HOPE-eligible postsecondary institution in the state of Georgia.
The REACH scholars will also be paired with mentors and academic coaches to help guide them through the rest of their educational journey. Mentors will aim to meet with the student every week for a minimum of eight times per semester. These volunteer mentors are recruited, trained, supported, and monitored by the REACH School Systems to ensure the scholars are provided with appropriate academic and social support.
The academic coach monitors each student’s behavior, grades, and weekly attendance. The academic coach meets with the student once per month to ensure scholars are on track to graduate and continue to meet program regulations.
This class of 2029 APS REACH Scholars are:
- Serenity Dupree, Crawford Long Middle School
- Taylor Jordan-Jones, Charles R. Drew Academy
- Mackenzie Scarbrooks, Wesley International Academy
- Terri Scott, KIPP Woodson Park Academy
- Zion Williams, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School