After graduating from North Star Academy- Washington Park with an impressive GPA well over a 4.0, Ahshar has continued to shine academically at Emory University.

Nardelle’s freshman year at Fordham was eye-opening. She earned a full ride to Fordham University and lived on campus, but faced the harsh reality of microaggressions and harmful stereotypes—a sad experience for many students in higher education.

Like many of our students, family plays a central role in D'Anfernee Cush’s life. His mother wanted him to stay in-state for college but gave him the option to leave New York if he earned a full scholarship—and guess what? He did just that!

Joselyn Quinsa, a Spring 2023 UCHS graduate, is making the most of her Spring semester at Case Western Reserve University, enrolled in 14 credits while balancing her commitments with grace and dedication.

We are excited to showcase the inspiring journey of Amari Glover, a third-year Criminology and Justice major at Loyola University- New Orleans. As the only student from Uncommon Schools to attend Loyola, Amari has carved a path of unique challenges and triumphs, exemplifying what it means to be a trailblazer.

Reporting live, Jah’Neyce Washington class of 2020 is ready to graduate! Jah’Neyce spent 4 years at St. Bonaventure University studying Broadcast Journalism where she worked hard not only in the classroom, but to build her professional portfolio.