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Special Give! Podcast: Peak Education

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Peak Education fills a gap that many people have faced - becoming the "college counselor" we all wish we had in high school. Their work in Harrison District 2 has had some major impact:

  • Prior to the pandemic, only 43% of Colorado Springs low-income students enrolled in a postsecondary option compared with nearly 90% of Peak Education Scholars. 
  • National income data indicates that individuals who earn an associate’s degree earn 16% more than high school graduates and those with bachelors earn 40% more in weekly wages. Ensuring enrollment in a postsecondary option for our city’s youth directly impacts economic development and opportunity in our community.
  • Ninety percent of Peak Education scholars would be the first in their family to complete a college degree, and 87% identify as students of color. Nearly 90% qualify for free and reduced lunch.
  • Peak Education has a track record of producing strong outcomes including 100% of recent cohorts of Peak Education Scholars graduating from high school on-time, and more than 90% matriculating to colleges and universities.

    • This episode is part of our media partnership with the Give! Campaign. You can find more information about the Give! Campaign at www.indygive.com and you can give to Peak Education at https://indygive.com/nonprofit/peak-education/

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