The Pre-College Initiative is designed to provide college awareness and readiness programs and services to students enrolled  at the LEAP Academy University Charter School, beginning in the fifth grade. Rutgers University, intends to create a unique, holistic and comprehensive course of study for a cadre of middle school and high school students.

The overarching goal for this initiative is to raise the number of students in Camden who successfully pursue a college education. Specific activities include the following:

Academic Development: development of a pre-college curriculum, tutoring, test preparation, academic counseling, financial aid workshops, college application and essay workshops, company tours, job shadowing, internships, career awareness, and resume and interview workshops.

Social Development: community service, mentoring, cultural outings.

Strengthening Support Systems: home visits, parent workshops, professional development for Project staff.

More information Contact Adam Greenman
Director of Pre College Programs and Support Services
LEAP Academy University Charter School
549 Cooper Street - Camden, NJ 08102
Phone: (856) 614-5088 Fax: (856) 614-5601
Email: agreenma@camden.rutgers.edu