A Better Chance
Serves Atlanta by phone or online.
(800) 562-7865 · more numbers below
A Better Chance is a national nonprofit that helps students in grades 4 to 9 from underserved communities get into strong private and public schools. Families apply online and get free help with the admissions steps. Students who enroll keep getting support, and Atlanta is one of the cities where it recruits.
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What they offer 8
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Cohort Family Preparation ProgrammingProgram
Families accepted into A Better Chance get programs for both students and parents to get ready for private school admissions. Topics include applications, testing, essays, and interviews.
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College Preparatory Schools ProgramProgram
Families apply to A Better Chance for a student in grades 4 to 9. Accepted families get help finding a spot at a member private or public college-prep school, and students keep getting support after they enroll.
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Community Schools Programs (CSPs)Program
In this option, Scholars live away from home in a suburban community and attend a strong public school there. Each program is run by its own local nonprofit.
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Parent ProgramService
Support for parents of A Better Chance Scholars. It includes a monthly newsletter, parent groups that meet for a semester, and town hall meetings twice a year.
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Scholar and Alumni SupportService
Students enrolled at a member school get extra support. This includes college readiness workshops, career programs, summer opportunities, and a network of alumni after graduation.
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Volunteer with A Better ChanceProgram
People can give time or skills to help Scholars and alumni, such as speaking at workshops, helping at interview day, or offering internships and jobs.
Events 2
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Career Week
Recurring annual event
A professional development event for A Better Chance scholars.
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Information Sessions
Tuesday, February 10 at 7PM EST and Thursday, February 12 at 9PM ESTOnline
Online or in-person sessions where families can learn about the program and how to apply, and ask questions.
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