Pathways: A Video About Education Success and Losing a Loved One

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Pathways

When Johnny Cuantianquiz was 12 years old, his brother passed away. Just entering high school, Johnny felt unmotivated to excel in his education. After two years of struggling in school, Johnny ended up in Redwood High school, a continuation program for at-risk students. The My.Future grant, provided the resources to create the following film. It’s the… Read more »

Write a Great College Application Essay Without Breaking a Sweat

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College Application Essay Tips

Seniors, it’s that time of year. College application deadlines are fast approaching, and (if you’re anything like I was in high school) you’re stressed to the max over getting every little detail right, especially when it comes to those daunting and sometimes downright pesky college essays. Over the last few months, you’ve probably asked yourself tons… Read more »

Develop Skills to Help Others in the Junior Staff Program

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Explore a career in youth development or other human services. Looking to gain practical work experience? Not sure what you want to do for a career? Up until now people have mostly told you what’s next (which classes to take, what homework to do). It might be intimidating trying to decide what the next step… Read more »

Video: Singer Kelly Rowland Supports Teen Graduation

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See our interview with singer Kelly Rowland as she joins BGCA’s effort and supports teen graduation! MCML Teen Reporter The low rate of high school graduation for U.S. students may make it seem that success is not in the cards for many. But that “Destiny” might be changing! Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Taco… Read more »