SUCCESS METRICS

90% high school graduation rate (4-year)

90% completion of A-G requirements

95% acceptance to four-year colleges

90% enrollment in four-year colleges (vs. 11% nationally for similar students)

$15,000+ average scholarship award per student

70% four-year college graduation rate

Academic & College Access Outcomes

100% of students complete advocacy training curriculum

100% of seniors complete advocacy capstone project

Students lead 20+ advocacy campaigns over four years

75+ student testimonies at school boards, city councils, and public hearings

Measurable policy changes in at least 3 of 5 priority advocacy areas

Student-written op-eds published in local media

Community forums hosted reaching 200+ community members

Coalition partnerships with 10+ organizations

Increased civic engagement and political efficacy (measured via surveys)

Strong sense of belonging and college identity

Leadership skill development (public speaking, organizing, coalition building)

Cultural pride and identity affirmation

Sustained connection to Via Fortis and home communities post-graduation