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Annual Report 2014-2015 2014-2015 Dear Friends, Board of Directors empowering future leaders AnnuAl RepoRt 2014-2015 2014-2015 dear friends, BoARd of diReCtoRs Joan W. Duncan reflecting on our 20th anniversary celebration Chair last fall, we are reminded of all the people who helped us achieve this amazing milestone. Andy Hobson Treasurer From our earliest days, there were the committed independent school partners who supported our mission and recognized the Keith D. Grossman vital importance of supporting educational access. We honor Secretary the more than 340 dedicated students, and their families, who knew that with hard work, motivation and focus, they could Neil Augustine Tiffany Burnette overcome any challenges and explore life-changing opportunities Emily Wilson Burns during their 12-year REACH Prep journey, and ultimately Suzanne Cabot graduate from some of the country’s top colleges and universities. Kimberly Clarke We appreciate our many community and program partners who Trish Davies provided us with their endless support, encouragement and Mark Davis John Harvey experience. We thank the Board of Directors whose stewardship Allison Lake and leadership created a thriving and sustainable organization. Alice Mahoney We deeply value the REACH Prep staff and faculty who brought Pamela McKoin the mission to life every day. And, of course, we thank our Scott Nelson generous donors, both past and present, who ensured Betsy O’Reilly Alan Paynter REACH Prep’s ability to provide such a wide array of programs Mary S. Sykes and services. Melissa Thomson Brook Urban Throughout the pages of this annual report, alumni, Scholars and Jill Weiss school partners share their REACH Prep stories and the positive exeCutive diReCtoR impact the program has had on each of them. The New York Times Margaret Sarkela recently reported that, “college has become virtually a precondition July 1, 2014 to January 1, 2015 for upward mobility...The gap between the earnings of students with a college degree and those without one is bigger than ever. CHief exeCutive offiCeR [But] the sons and daughters of college-educated parents are Gina Lucas January 1, 2015 to Present more than twice as likely to go to college as the children of high school graduates.” With 90% of our college students graduating AdvisoRY CoMMittee within six years, many of whom are the first in their family to Maxine K. Armstrong attend college, it is clear that REACH Prep’s mission remains Founding Board Chair relevant and that our offerings are critical to changing the Sarah Burdett educational landscape in our country. Peter Chapman Julie S. Core We are so grateful to those who have supported REACH Prep all Gloria Fernandez-Tearte “The REACH Prep community has been a second home, supporting me and my fellow scholars RReeACHACH ppreprep welcomeswelcomes these years, and who continue to recognize the important and Patsy G. Howard, Founder newnew ChiefChief ExecutiveExecutive necessary work we are doing to create lasting outcomes. Your Jill Olson William Porter in all our ventures….I attribute a lot of my interests to the opportunities that REACH Prep Officer,Officer, GinaGina Lucas,Lucas, investment and your involvement matter and ensure that we Jasmine Posey picturedpictured herehere onon rightright are able to continue our commitment to excellence in all areas Eileen Simmons offered that inspire learning and personal growth.” withwith BoardBoard ChairChair of our programming. We are excited to write the next chapter of Deborah F. Stiles our organization’s history and to share with you – our dedicated Linda Vasu JoanJoan Duncan.Duncan. friends and supporters – how impactful REACH Prep will continue Kirby D. Williams —Alex Bolanos, REACH Prep Cohort 14, Convent of the Sacred Heart ‘15, Princeton University ‘19 Everett Wilson to be for our inspiring Scholars and their communities. Deanne H. Winokur Patricia Young, Founder With deepest gratitude, On Cover: Ian Parnell, Summer Advisor, REACH Prep Cohort 11, University of Pennsylvania ‘17 with Joan W. Duncan Gina Lucas Tayshawn, REACH Prep Chair of the Board of Directors Chief Executive Officer Cohort 22 1 thank you peggy! reaCh prep 2003-2015 eggy Sarkela’s unwavering commitment to high quality educational access for children from underserved Pcommunities and exceptional leadership and vision transformed REACH Prep into the highly regarded nonprofit organization it is today. During her over eleven years at REACH Prep, especially during her tenure as Executive Director, REACH Prep deeply enhanced its support to Scholars, systematized and streamlined its operations, expanded its donor base, and strengthened its partnerships with independent schools. It is because of Peggy’s tireless efforts and her firm commitment to build an organization that would change the educational trajectories of students that REACH Prep is thriving and successful in its 21st year. REACH Prep is indebted to Peggy for her service and leadership. “It has been an honor for me to be a part of REACH Prep for all these years. Left to Right: Liz Chicas, REACH Prep Cohort 14; This past May, Olivia Winn, REACH Prep Cohort 14; Peggy Sarkela; Peggy was presented Gina Lucas, CEO of REACH Prep; Doug Lyons, the CAIS Award by My association with REACH Prep has been one of the most enriching experiences Executive Director, Connecticut Association of Doug Lyons, Executive Independent Schools Director of CAIS. of my life.” —Eileen Simmons, REACH Prep Board Member and 2015 Luncheon Honoree The award ceremony was held at Greenwich Academy where Peggy taught for over 10 years and served as the Chair of the History Department. Congratulations Peggy! 2 3 reaCh prep: a 12-year Continuum hen students enter pRepARing foR ensuRing ACAdeMiC AttAining College REACH Prep in independent sCHools suCCess (Middle & High School) suCCess (High School & Beyond) the fifth grade, it W Admission Academic support College guidance marks the beginning of their REACH PREP identifies high-achieving, A Scholar’s academic progress is As part of our mission, we seek to ensure our 12-year, and ultimately lifelong, motivated Black and Latino fourth grade closely monitored and nurtured through Scholars succeed and graduate from college. students from underserved communities in personalized contact, school visits and partnership with REACH Prep. Fairfield and Westchester counties and the grade level-specific programming. REACH Prep provides supplementary and Bronx. The admissions process is rigorous A REACH Prep counselor supports each complimentary college guidance to enhance and selective. Each year, approximately Scholar from middle school through the excellent college guidance Scholars receive REACH Prep provides our 20 students are accepted to REACH Prep high school, identifying areas in which from their independent schools. REACH Scholars with individualized and begin their 12-year journey through REACH can provide individualized guidance Prep is committed to make certain each of and comprehensive support our program. and academic support such as tutoring, our Scholars have the best college options test preparation, math and writing so that the goal of college completion will as well as rigorous preparation prep Academy workshops and other critical support that be met. Scholars receive individualized and for their independent school Newly accepted Scholars attend Prep promotes success. family support including assistance with experience and ultimately Academy, a rigorous 15-month academic the application process, SAT/ACT test and program. Prep Academy offers academic summer enrichment programs interview preparation, college campus tours, college success. Scholars enrichment taught by independent school and opportunities navigating the financial aid process, and receive this ongoing guidance faculty. This intensive, interdisciplinary REACH Prep strives to provide a ultimately making the optimal college choice. throughout middle school, program is designed to prepare students constructive and enriching summer “When a REACH Prep Scholar walks across our for the academic environment they experience for Scholars. Through College and Alumni support high school and college. will encounter when admitted to an REACH Prep facilitated programs REACH Prep’s goal is to provide ongoing stage as a graduate, I do not only think about the independent school. Classes mirror the and summer opportunities offered guidance for college students to maximize small size, accelerated pace and high by generous partners, our goal is to their success in their academic and tremendous gifts Greenwich Country Day have expectations typical of an independent school provide transformative, and otherwise professional pursuits. During college, REACH education. unobtainable, experiences for personal Prep assists Scholars with resume preparation, bestowed upon them. I also reflect, with gratitude, growth, early career exploration, and career counseling, navigating academic independent school placement academic enrichment. resources, referrals, and professional on all they have given to our community and During the fall of fifth grade, REACH internships. REACH Prep college students Prep guides each family through the are also invited to return as interns in our how they enriched our school. Their enthusiasm, independent school admissions process. office or as Prep Academy Summer Advisors. This includes assistance with the optimism, resilience and sheer presence make our application, preparing Scholars for the REACH Prep Scholars become alumni of the interview process, ISEE testing, as well as program upon
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