New Investments in Tacoma!
Dear Partners and Friends, It’s an honor to share some exciting news! We are thrilled to announce a new and game-changing investment into the larger Tacoma community aimed at deepening […]
Investing in Tacoma: Info Sessions
We are thrilled to announce a new and game-changing investment into the larger Tacoma community aimed at deepening and scaling partnerships for student success. This month, the Bill & Melinda […]
Big Wins in Olympia as Legislative Session Concludes
Dear Graduate Tacoma Partners, With a flurry of last-minute activity the state legislature has officially closed the 2019 session. We are thrilled to report there was positive action taken […]
Ready to Rise Program Prepares Students for College
“Ready to Rise is a leadership opportunity for students to join a cohort of high school graduates who will be attending the same college as them. Students transitioning into college […]
College-Ready, College-Bound
“The Higher Education Readiness Opportunity (HERO) builds college awareness in 9th and 10th grade students at Foss, Wilson and Mt. Tahoma High School. We personally and academically support students to […]
Open Doors at Willie Stewart Academy
“Many of us struggle in large comprehensive high schools. Many of us are dealing with personal issues or family tragedies that have impacted our ability to succeed in high school. […]
Celebrating Each Other at Oakland’s First Prom
“The theme for Oakland High School’s first prom is Under The Stars. This is a big deal for students because it’s the first out-of-school special event where they get to […]
Leveling the Playing Field with Enhanced Prep
“Some students get nervous when they know they have a big test coming up, so the more exposure they have to the material, the more comfortable they feel — thus […]
Spending More Time on Student Success
“In 2011, Lincoln High School earned a state innovation designation for its work piloting Lincoln Center, a “school within a school” providing students with 450 extra instruction hours over the […]
Mentoring for Success at Big Brothers Big Sisters
“Big Brothers Big Sisters provides stable, caring adult mentors for children and youth living with adversity, starting them on a path to resilience and success. Over time, these relationships balance […]