Meet our 2024 Scholar Classes in DC and New Orleans!
Every summer, Generation Hope welcomes a new class of Scholars and their mentors to acclimate new parenting students to the Scholar Program and launch their journey toward academic and personal success. The Generation Hope Scholar Program surrounds teen parents with mentoring, tuition assistance, a peer community, and other vital, wrap-around services to help them earn their degrees. We’re excited to introduce our 2024 Scholar classes in DC and New Orleans!
Our DC Scholar Class: Fast Facts
We are excited to welcome 48 new Scholars into our DC Program! In total, we are now serving 175 young parenting students in the DC Metro area.
Our latest Scholars represent a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Among our new class, 51% identify as Black/African American, 38% as Hispanic/Latinx, 7% as White, and 2% as Other. Our Scholars reside across the region, with 56% from Maryland, 20% from Virginia, and 17% from DC. The majority of our new Scholars attend Prince George's Community College.
Fun Facts!
We received more than 14 applications from Scholars who applied last year and referred other student parents.
This year, we have achieved a significant milestone by recruiting 8 teen fathers, the highest number we have had in one class of Scholars.
Our New Orleans Scholar Class: Fast Facts
Welcome to our 2024 New Orleans Scholar Class! This year, we are thrilled to have 14 new Scholars join us, each bringing unique stories and aspirations. In total, we now serve 33 young parenting students in the Greater New Orleans area!
Our Scholars come from diverse backgrounds, reflecting the diversity of our community. Among our new class, 57% identify as Black/African American, 14% as White/Caucasian, 7% as Hispanic/Latinx, and 21% as multiracial or preferring not to identify. The age range spans from our youngest Scholar at 16 to our oldest at 26.
This group of incoming Scholars includes 5 first-time freshmen, with 3 just out of high school. Additionally, 6 have been continuously in school for at least the past year, while 3 are returning to college after a hiatus.
We serve the entire metro area, with 61% of our Scholars living in Orleans Parish, 27% living in Jefferson Parish, and 12% living in other surrounding parishes.
Among our Scholars, 4 have two or more children and we are excited to share that there are four expectant moms in our new cohort!
Fun Facts!
We are now serving Scholars at four new institutions, including our first HBCU. Our new partner institutions are Reach University, Southeastern Louisiana University, Lake Erie College, and Xavier University of Louisiana. This brings the total number of New Orleans-area schools our Scholars attend to 10 institutions.
This year, we have more future teachers in our program than ever before!
Kicking Off a New Year of Impact
Our New Scholar New Sponsor Trainings in New Orleans and DC have been a fantastic way to start the academic year. These sessions are designed to equip both Scholars and Sponsors (mentors) with the tools they need for a successful partnership, setting the stage for growth and achievement.
Get Involved and Join Us!
Whether you're looking to make a lasting impact as a mentor or contribute your skills as a volunteer, there's a place for you at Generation Hope. In particular, DC is currently seeking more mentors to support Generation Hope Scholars and their children.
Join us and become a mentor to support a Generation Hope Scholar and their child, or become a volunteer and choose a role that fits your skills and schedule. Virtual opportunities are also available, so you can get involved no matter where you are.
Your support can make a significant difference in the lives of our Scholars. Consider making a gift today to help us continue championing student parent success. Every donation, no matter the size, helps provide wrap-around support for our Scholars and their families.
