New College PREP program for Native American 9th grade students
College PREP (Personalized Resources and Education Pathways) is an
individualized mentoring program offered through MPS Indian Education to
all current 9th grade American Indian students in Minneapolis Public
Schools. MPS Indian Education has contracted with four lead agencies
(MIGIZI Communications, Division of Indian Work, Little Earth, and
Minneapolis American Indian Center) to provide one on one mentoring
services to a cohort of students from January 2011 through their high
school graduation in 2014. PREP Mentors at each agency will provide the
tools and support necessary for students to prepare for success in
college.
PREP Mentors will work with families to design the individualized
support plan for each student.
PREP Mentors will serve as role models from the American Indian
community and provide referrals to culturally relevant education services.
PREP Mentors will constantly monitor student progress with the specific
intention of keeping them on track for the post-secondary enrollment and
success.
For more information, contact Arlana at arlana@migizi.org