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At Roxborough, PPSP worked with CAP to design a College Cost Workshop that responded to the questions and concerns students shared through surveys after an early awareness trip to Temple University. The impact of the workshop is that students are better informed about the financial aid process BEFORE the campus visit so they go on the trip with the mindset that college can be a realistic option for them-- they can then walk around the campus able to envision themselves a part of it one day.

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In the month following the launch of the redesigned PG2C website, we saw a 589% increase in Twitter impressions, a 384% increase in website users, and a 132% increase in website page views. These increases further our goal of bringing college access information and resources to Philadelphians. We want Philadelphians to be excited about and aware of the opportunities in their own city.

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I think a big success, for STEM, is that others (educators, funders, industries, government agencies, other nonprofits) are reaching out to US now. I believe this speaks to our reputation for doing quality work, being a key “connector,” and being a responsible and congenial partner. We cannot connect these successes directly to youth outcomes. But our outcomes (on the way to youth outcomes) include an increased number of exciting STEM projects (and increased funding, respectively); a high level of funder/sponsor satisfaction; and accolades from our teacher participants. Regarding the latter, many say that they try to participate in everything that we do, because we do such a great job!

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The Philadelphia STEM Equity Collective had its first Steering Committee meeting - members represent the city, including HS student
The Collective is a partnership between PEF and GSK

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Successful merger between Spark and PEF this summer. We now have TWO staff members working on Spark. Stacey Sandle was offered the program coordinator position and has accepted the offer. She will start on Oct. 12th. We can't wait to have more tangible examples and stories to add to this type of project!

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Successful merger between Spark and PEF this summer. We now have TWO staff members working on Spark. Stacey Sandle was offered the program coordinator position and has accepted the offer. She will start on Oct. 12th. We can't wait to have more tangible examples and stories to add to this type of project!

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Students Attending College Who Might Not But For the Last Dollar

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Students Attending College Who Might Not But For the Last Dollar

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Because we fill the gap between financial aid and cost, we make it possible for students to attend college who might not be able to otherwise and/or attend the college of their choice rather than the most affordable institution. Every student deserves to make the mosr appropriate decision for them, irrespective of economic circumstances.

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Being able to serve as a hub/connection point for organizations looking to enter the space of talent/workforce development.

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Although I’m new to PEF, as a grant writer/fundraiser, a big success is being awarded a grant and/or making a new connection that could potentially lead to a grant or partnership. Another success is hearing positive feedback about our program from board members and/or funders.

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Although I’m new to PEF, as a grant writer/fundraiser, a big success is being awarded a grant and/or making a new connection that could potentially lead to a grant or partnership. Another success is hearing positive feedback about our program from board members and/or funders.

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Students returning for assistance when transferring from 2yr to 4 yr programs is a sign of success to me.

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The Pennsylvania Statewide STEM Ecosystem has more than double its Coalition meeting participation in the last few months.

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Schools and corporate partners that I have spoken with so far are all very excited to be a part of Spark moving forward. I've gotten nothing but positive feedback, which is a great place to start leading a new program.

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Schools and corporate partners that I have spoken with so far are all very excited to be a part of Spark moving forward. I've gotten nothing but positive feedback, which is a great place to start leading a new program.

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CAP's embedded in-school model helps to sustain strong and lasting relationships with key decision makers in school buildings, which provides a platform for student success

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(I don't have the math at hand but I can supply after this meeting.

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At Olney, the CAP program has partnered with senior teachers to deliver a college application and FAFSA 101 presentation to all students (not just CAP) to teach them the components of a college application and the overall concept of financial aid. This is a great way to collaborate with our school partners to build a college-going culture in our school. 

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At Olney, the CAP program has partnered with senior teachers to deliver a college application and FAFSA 101 presentation to all students (not just CAP) to teach them the components of a college application and the overall concept of financial aid. This is a great way to collaborate with our school partners to build a college-going culture in our school. 

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Being told that the information we share is relevant and that they pass it on to others, such as principals, etc.

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The College Access Program coordinators are known city-wide as being knowledgeable and experts in their field. CAP is routinely invited to participate in city-wide efforts to provide support around the college application and financial aid process. 

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The College Access Program coordinators are known city-wide as being knowledgeable and experts in their field. CAP is routinely invited to participate in city-wide efforts to provide support around the college application and financial aid process. 

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Increased Email Newsletter Frequency and Interaction

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Increased Email Newsletter Frequency and Interaction

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Since 2019, we've increased e-newsletter frequency to monthly. (Will have to calculate readership stats for you after meeting.)

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Planned and executed a 4-week, in-person, grant-funded summer enrichment program for 52 Philadelphia public high school students using the full thrust of PEF's resources across departments. It was a true collaborative effort between CAP, STEM/Finance & Operations/Leadership

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Planned and executed a 4-week, in-person, grant-funded summer enrichment program for 52 Philadelphia public high school students using the full thrust of PEF's resources across departments. It was a true collaborative effort between CAP, STEM/Finance & Operations/Leadership

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PEF worked closely with the SDP to deliver college advising supports to a cohort of students over their 10, 11, and 12th grade years at one of 12 Philly HS.  On average, each year, our team provided X workshops serving X students.  We received high marks from the SDP for the quality and depth of our services.  And, we were particularly flexible in our supports to the SDP, especially during COVID, when we had to pivot to virtual and we had average school attendance rates of 40-46%.

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Having positive reputations within our schools lead to better engagement and exchange of support.

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Having positive reputations within our schools lead to better engagement and exchange of support.

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(I have to dig for stats on viewers to the old website. I can probably show increases since the new website was launched. Will have to get you those after meeting.)

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GU 2020 Summer WorkReady Programming successfully prepared juniors for their senior year by creating workshops where students created their senior roadmap, learned about college admissions process, learned about different financial aid options, created a personal statement and more, and connected students with career professionals.

GU 2021 Summer Programming held drop-in workshops for recent graduates who were uncertain about their post-secondary paths. Workshops included panels where different professionals spoke on their personal journey in their career as well as gave advice to our students. Students also participated in interviewing skills, resume building and other workshops to build on 21st century skills.

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Through PEF's monthly Ed Compact, we reach an average of 1,000 unique individuals - about 60-125 attending each month - every year. Themes provide a platform for critical conversations on emerging education themes at the local, state and national level and establish PEF as a thought leader on education matters impacting Philadelphia students.

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Helped Students Who Had Rough Spring 2021 Virtual Semesters to Stay In School

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Helped Students Who Had Rough Spring 2021 Virtual Semesters to Stay In School

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I worked with 2 students this spring and summer

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Helped Student Meet Professional in Her Interest Area Which Led to Her College Transfer

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Helped Student Meet Professional in Her Interest Area Which Led to Her College Transfer

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Madeline told me about a Scholars student who wanted to meet an architect. My network is full of architects, so I asked a friend to meet with her for a kind of "Ask Me Anything" session about the field. I also coached the student about the kind of questions that would provide the info she wanted. Over the summer, she made the decision to transfer to a college that has an architecture curriculum, and she's taking courses this fall. And continuing to receive the Last Dollar Scholarship.

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Collaboration among PEF staff and with external organizations

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Collaboration among PEF staff and with external organizations

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Impact on individual students (caring, long-term investment) (making sure that students have options for their future college or career/not just any college but college of choice)

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Impact on individual students (caring, long-term investment) (making sure that students have options for their future college or career/not just any college but college of choice)

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Considered experts/leaders in our field, routinely asked to collaboraye/participate

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Considered experts/leaders in our field, routinely asked to collaboraye/participate

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Teacher trainings (bringing teachers together, increasing effectiveness of their practice so that students are better prepared to succeed in college/career)

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Teacher trainings (bringing teachers together, increasing effectiveness of their practice so that students are better prepared to succeed in college/career)

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Another theme is impact on systems--e.g. the Olney team's example about providing education and resources to the whole school

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Another theme is impact on systems--e.g. the Olney team's example about providing education and resources to the whole school

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Meeting students where they are and being realistic about their needs is another theme

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Meeting students where they are and being realistic about their needs is another theme