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Closing the Opportunity Gap for Newton Students

The Problem

  • Achievement Gaps: Persistent gaps in ELA, Math, and Science highlight the need for targeted support in Newton Public Schools.

  • ELA Underperformance: Lower scores for African American/Black (52%) and Hispanic/Latinx (51%) students in Grade 6, compared to White students (77%). Gaps continue into higher grades.

  • Math Disparities: Lower average scores for African American/Black, Hispanic/Latinx, and low-income students

  • Writing Challenges: African American/Black, Hispanic/Latinx, and low-income students score lower than peers in writing

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How We Fix It

  • Academic prepardeness

  • Career planning and goal setting

  • Family support

  • Mentorship

  • Financial resources

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“I'm Amazing taught me through workshops and counseling that I really am amazing. By allowing me to interact with career professionals, I became confident in what I want my future to look like. Now I'm clearer on my path toward becoming a surgeon!”

Anna

I'm Amazing Graduate and former Teen Facilitator

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