Stark Education Partnership Sponsors 10th Cadre of College Advisors

September 4, 2020 View as a Webpage

Stark Education Partnership Sponsors 10^th Cadre of College Advisors

Increasing the post high school education rate for graduating seniors has been a goal of the Stark Education Partnership for almost 20 years. A decade ago, we joined seven like-minded communities under the CollegeNow umbrella to place AmeriCorps Ohio College Guides in Stark’s three urban high schools. The Guides work with school counselors and teachers to support students in matching their skills and interests to successful and satisfying career pathways. They help students identify an area of interest; explore educational options; support the application and financial aid processes; and complete the commitment process.

This year’s three high school college guides have formed a strong team of support for each other. Training – under the supervision of Stark Education Partnership, Program Director, Adele Gelb – began August 1st with daily discussions and webinars on topics including building relationships, support, equity and providing online support during COVID-19.

Chris Campbell,

a University of Mount Union 2019 graduate, is spending a second year at Alliance High School. “I’m looking forward to helping the seniors I supported last year with applying to their chosen programs,” Chris explained when he reapplied for a second year. “I also will be working with the counseling staff to help freshmen stay on track - as the research shows that the 9th grade experience is a major factor in high school success.”

Annie Fletcher,

a 2020 graduate of Denison University, is setting up her office and getting to know the staff and students at McKinley High School. “I’m so excited to be working with students and staff,” Annie declared. “I helped to staff the computer distribution and had the opportunity to speak with parents and students about how I can be helpful. This is going to be a great year!”

KatiLynn Miller,

a 2020 graduate of Kent State University, is volunteering at Washington High School in Massillon. “My degree in School Health Education will be important in my efforts to support students during Covid,” KatiLynn shared. “I’ve been able to add to our training conversations regarding the teenage brain and stress.”

The Stark Education Partnership (a 501(c)3 non-profit organization) collaborates with education, business, civic and community members across the entire spectrum – cradle to career – to create and respond to opportunities that will provide ALL students with education and career success.