Graduating students have confirmed their next steps which
include college, trade schools and enlisting the military
FREDERICK, Md., May 9, 2024
/PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As the 2023-2024 school year comes to an end,
SHIP of Frederick County is
excited to honor the graduating students from the New Horizons
Program! Referring back to the released information from the
Frederick News Post article from March
27th, the graduating rate of Seniors that are currently
experiencing homelessness between 2022-2023 increased by 13% within
Frederick County Public Schools
(FCPS).
At SHIP, there are three programs available for students: New
Horizons, Thrive Housing Network,and Basic Needs. New Horizons
assists students within the school systems, the Thrive program
allows students to attend school while living with a host family
for up to 6 months and Basic Needs allows students to submit food
and clothing orders for additional resources.
Students connect with Case Managers on a routine basis to ensure
their education goals are set and execute a plan to maintain their
goals. Some students confirm they want to proceed with a four-year
College or University, Community College, or enlist in Military
services. From the success of the New Horizons program, 50 of the
program students will graduate within the Class of 2024 . Within
the 50 Graduates, 10 of those students also participate in our
Thrive Program.
After graduation, the 50 Students have confirmed their next
steps:
- 28 students will be attending Colleges
and Universities, such as Hood, UMBC, FCC, Salisbury, and Swarthmore).
- Six students have confirmed trade
school to excel in welding, electrical and HVAC programs.
- Five students enlisted in the Military
(Army-2, Marines-1, and Navy-2).
- 11 students decided to proceed into the
workforce and get a start on their careers.
SHIP is thrilled to support the FCPS Class of 2024, especially
the graduating students. Within all of their upcoming adventures,
their futures are bright, and that they are one day closer to
meeting their goals.
The Student Homelessness Initiative Partnership builds capacity
in students to reduce housing insecurity, homelessness, and their
impact by breaking the systemic barriers facing Frederick County youth. Student Homelessness
Initiative Partnership (SHIP) of Frederick County, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) public
charity. Information about SHIP submitted under the Maryland
Charitable Solicitations Act can be obtained from the Maryland
Secretary of State. SHIP uses stock photography on this website to
protect the privacy of the children we serve.
Media Contact
Laurie Robb, SHIP of Frederick County, (240) 415-8971,
laurie@shipfrederick.com, https://shipfrederick.com/
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