Urban Collaborative
Mission:
The Urban Collaborative seeks to intervene in the lives of at-risk adolescents, to help them attain the academic and social skills necessary for success in high school and in life. We strive to create a challenging curriculum and a supportive community that motivate students with meaningful opportunities for achievement. We stress the importance of taking responsibility, working hard, setting goals, taking risks, and having fun.
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Gary F
01/07/13
UCAP is a school that provides a critical need for middle school students at risk of dropping out. 80% of the schools students live in poverty and 51% reside in households where English is not the primary language. The schools programs allow students to complete three grades in two years allowing ...
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jeffreyxcav
01/02/13
This school for middle school students at risk of dropping out is so unique. First, it tackles one of the most difficult issues in education head on. Second, it is effective and finally, it is an efficiently run non-profit. Funds are channeled directly into programs that enable these kids to beat...
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tsburman
12/26/12
Unique school that takes at-risk youth who have stayed behind in middle or elementary school and works with them to get them to complete 2 grade levels in 1 year or 3 levels in 2! Amazing teachers and administration that care about each child, they take the time to help students to get back on grade...
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