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Urban Prep Academies

www.urbanprep.org
Organization Function: School Operating Org - CMO
Fellows Placed In: Chicago, IL

About Urban Prep Academies

The Urban Prep motto is "We Believe." We believe in our mission and the potential, talent, and future of urban young men. Our motto is a constant reminder that Urban Prep students will not fall into the trap of stereotypes and low expectations. Instead, Urban Prep students believe in their potential and believe in their ability to exceed that potential. Urban Prep teachers, administrators, staff and Board also believe in these young men and believe in our important and long lasting role in their lives. At Urban Prep, We Believe.

Mission

The mission of Urban Prep is to provide a comprehensive, high-quality college preparatory education to young men that results in graduates succeeding in college.

Alumni working for this organization

Blake Noel, Consultant

Zakiah Pierre DC Metro Area, 2010

“Education Pioneers got me into education at the right level and supported me to succeed.”
Thalia Theodore Washington New York, 2006

“The fellowship was the intersection of business, policy, and education. Hearing the term 'hybrid leader' was an 'aha!' moment.”
Sara Keenan New York, 2007

“By the end of the summer, some of my previous assumptions had changed.”
Neil Danberg Bay Area, 2006

“I truly believe that public education should be seen as a civil rights issue.”
Nancy Que Los Angeles, 2007

“I see education as the gateway to our opportunities in life.”
Mara Rodriguez Boston, 2008

“It made me realize that I wasn't crazy after all to make this career switch and that, in fact, I was in really good company.”
Kristin Richmond Bay Area, 2005

“I can't even quantify the amount of value the fellowship gave me.”
Kerci Marcello Stroud Boston, 2007

“I felt like I had experienced thirty summer placements instead of just one.”
Kaya Stone Bay Area, 2005

“My Education Pioneers experience showed me that I had plenty of company in my newly chosen career path.”
Jimmy Henderson DC Metro Area, 2007

“The reward of working every day on behalf of historically underserved students to ensure that they have access to a quality education is far more important than making half a million dollars.”
Jeff Kang DC Metro Area, 2007

“The Fellowship is not just a job and a few lines on the resume. It was a time to truly understand my calling and connect with others.”
Jacqueline Pohl Bay Area, 2006

“We're moving mountains. Everyone in our sector is unified and working together towards the same goals, and we're able make strides by constantly sharing knowledge.”