“Aspire to inspire before you expire!” - Eugene Bell, Jr.
testimonials
Lanaya Thorne
Friendship Technology Preparatory Academy c/o 2020
Major: Early Childhood Education
Winston-Salem State University c/o 2024
“Overall Ms. Jackson was a huge help while I was in high school because she was always extremely supportive and wise. She pushed me to do more than just the bare minimum. She knew what was best for me even when I didn’t. She was so determined to ensure that I attend a school that would set me up for nothing but success in the future.
She also helped me with scholarships not only by providing them, but also writing recommendations, editing essays, reviewing applications, helping with the FAFSA and providing resources. In the end, I received multiple scholarships that were all provided by Ms. Jackson. I am proud to announce that Ms. Jackson has had a huge impact on my college journey thus far because I am currently debt free, attending a school that I love all while passing my classes.”
Matthew Austin
McKinley Technology High School c/o 2014
Hampton University c/o 2018
B.S.
PharmD Notre Dame of Maryland University c/o 2023
“I went on a college tour with Upward Bound spearheaded by Ms. Tuwanda and we visited Hampton University. When I got on the campus, I knew that would be my collegiate journey.
Ms. Tuwanda has helped me develop an actionable plan as to how I was to pursue my collegiate goals, she helped me organize and set out a road map to become the Hamptonian I am today.
While at Hampton, I was able to become Freshman Class President, Sophomore Class President, and a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated.”
Kellie Jones
Cesar Chavez Public Charter School for Public Policy - Capitol Hill c/o 2015
Tuskegee University c/o 2019
B.S. in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
M.S. Aerospace Science
“Ms. Jackson came into my high school career when I was a Senior at Chavez. This was a very difficult time due to my class not having a College Counselor for months while we were trying to prepare for the transition to college. At this stressful time, Ms. Jackson acted as a bandaid for me and my classmates. She showed that she could deliver through tough times. She is accountable, accommodating, and well-informed. She prompted me to apply to many scholarships that fit my aptitude and interest, which allowed me to go to school with little to no cost. She not only helped me navigate the college application process, but she made my journey as a first-generation college student easy. She made sure I chose my college with an open mind and helped me make well-informed decisions. I would not have thrived at any other university and I am beyond grateful for her influence in finding my home at Tuskegee University.”
Chukwudi Nwaolu
Paul Public Charter: International High School c/o 2019
Major: Psychology (Pre-Med Track)
Bowie State University c/o 2023
“During my duration at Paul International High School Ms. Jackson has pushed me to strive for nothing but greatness. During my 12th grade year she helped me apply to scholarships and colleges because of her I got a full ride to Bowie State University and became a David M. Rubenstein/Economic Club Scholar. Which helped me receive a $20,000 scholarship. It has impacted me in wonderful ways. It helped me get connections with people who are not only in my field but other fields I have never heard of. Thanks to Ms. Jackson I’m on the road to becoming more than I ever thought I would be.”
Kayla Cleveland
Paul Public Charter: International High School c/o 2019
Major: Psychology (Pre-Med Track)
Virginia Commonwealth University c/o 2023
“Ms. Jackson not only played a monumental role in getting me into college by helping me stay on top of applications, providing me with scholarship information, and encouraging me to stay motivated throughout my senior year of high school. But she has also remained one of my most reliable resources I have had and continue to have while in the midst of my collegiate journey. Without her help, I would not be where I am today.”
Cedric Harper
Cesar Chavez Schools for Public Policy - Capitol Hill c/o 2016
Major: Early Childhood Education
Trinity Washington University c/o 2022
“In high school, Ms. Jackson properly taught and guided me in the process of college research. As far as what to look for in schools, to see if the school was the right fit for me and had everything I needed in order to successfully matriculate. When I didn’t follow this guidance I ended up blindly going to a school I knew nothing about and could not be successful at. It was the worse experience educationally. After, I ended up using the tools Ms. Jackson taught me to end up at Trinity Washington University and doing what I love.”
