70%
of Texas jobs will require a post-secondary credential by 2036
but only
22%
of Texas 8th graders earn a degree or credential within six years of high school graduation*
*Source https://texas2036.org
Through interactions with role models, extra-curricular engagement, personal responsibility and self-motivation.
Too many young people, are not maximizing their potential as evidenced by lower college and career readiness rates, post-secondary persistence and completion, and lower levels of income. The Compelling Why aims to plug the leaks that often are beyond the reach of our public education entities. See our mission
of Texas jobs will require a post-secondary credential by 2036
but only
of Texas 8th graders earn a degree or credential within six years of high school graduation*
*Source https://texas2036.org
Our work would not be possible without the support of educators, community partners and investors. Let’s work together to provide a much-needed boost and encouragement to “students of promise.”
The Compelling Why has produced more than 150 Success Sessions and Leadership Series discussions reaching more than 11,000 students from Carrollton-Farmers Branch, Dallas, Irving, Grand Prairie, Lewisville and Richardson Independent School Districts, Cityscape, KIPP Texas-DFW and Uplift Education public charter school networks, and youth-serving organizations.
See calendar for upcoming events!
(972) 839-8980
PO Box 742463
Dallas, TX 75374