Why we are investing in Dallas students through mentorship.
Dallas leads the nation as one of the top cities for job growth.
But, our Dallas students from low-income families are unable to compete for living wage jobs because they lack a college degree.
65%
Percentage of living wage jobs in Dallas that require an education beyond high school.
37%
Percentage of adults in Dallas County that have a two- or four-year degree.
Only 10% of 8th grade students from low-income families in Dallas County earned a two- or four-year degree within 6 years following their high school graduation
Source: Commit – 2018 Impact Report
Our Students
Our students are motivated. Our mentors help them see their potential and realize their dreams.
2019-2020 Impact
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42 students; 42 volunteer mentors
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2 schools - Sunset & W.H. Adamson High Schools
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4 community events for our families
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Connected 15 of our families financially impacted by COVID-19 with $7,500 in grants
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All 11 of our seniors graduated
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9 of our graduates are pursuing higher education this Fall
100%
of our college bound graduates:
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Are first generation college students
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Want to stay connected with their mentor after concluding our Program
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Feel more prepared for college or their career as a result of their mentor
Since 2014, we have been creating life long-connections through mentoring, so our students are college and career ready.