How do students join Sponsor-A-Scholar?
We start recruiting in the eighth grade. This year we went to about 20 schools. We also visited the MPS Central Office, where we presented to all the guidance counselors. The students are usually recipients of free or reduced lunches, though we make some exceptions. We require the eighth-graders to have a 2.7 or higher grade point average and 90% or higher attendance at school. We’re also looking for individuals with good behavior and good character. Once students are in the program, what can they expect? During their first summer in Sponsor-A-Scholar they attend a three-week enrichment program and one week of camp before they start high school. We also take them on college tours to start them thinking like a college student. These programs are designed to start them off on the right foot for high school. When they’re in school, the students have to maintain a 2.5 GPA and attend tutoring if needed. They have to be on time to school and maintain at least 90% attendance. They also have t
