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Deaf Action Center

Drop-out Prevention/Gang Intervention for Deaf TeensDeaf Action Center

COMPETED FOR

$50K
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Competed in
July, 2010

Goals

  • To help 350 Deaf youth graduate from high school.
  • To provide gang prevention/intervention to 350 at-risk Deaf youth

Overview

The high school drop out problem is a significant issue for teens who are deaf.   Only three out of ten youth who are deaf have a chance of graduating from high school in our community. These statistics paint a dismal picture for youth with hearing loss in our community.

High school aged youth who are deaf will be taught drop-out prevention strategies, gang prevention/intervention, and receive the educational enrichment activities needed for them to complete high school. We believe the fastest way to stop a child’s frustration with school is to engage them in high yield learning activities that inspire and empower. Our drop-out prevention program is effective because every program is individualized to the teenager’s unique needs.

Program Components:

  • Homework Help and Tutoring
  • Parent and Teacher Involvement
  • Drop-out Prevention/Intervention
  • Character development
  • Gang Prevention/Intervention

 

How will the 50K be Used?

Budget Notes: This budget does not include occupancy expenses.
$ 25,000 Personnel
$ 10,000 Supplies
$ 15,000 Equipment
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