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Academic excellence

We love seeing Student U educators doing BIG things in their classrooms and communities! 👏A huge congratulations to Mr. MarQuay Spencer-Gibbs, an educator at Ligon Magnet Middle School, who was named WRAL Teacher of the Week! You might know Mr. Spencer-Gibbs from his summers as a Summer Academy teacher, his role as a former Middle School Advocate, or his work as one of our current High School Academic Coaches. We know the impact a great educator can have on a young person, and we’re so proud to see his work with students recognized and celebrated. Congratulations, Mr. Spencer-Gibbs! The entire Student U community is cheering you on. 💙 #StudentU #TeacherOfTheWeek #DurhamEducators

✨ Your gift could go TWICE as far for Student U students. Right now, eligible donations to Student U are being matched dollar for dollar, up to $80,000! 💛 Give $25 → it can become $50 💛 Give $50 → it can become $100 💛 Give $100 → it can become $200 How does the match work? If you’re new to giving to Student U within the past three fiscal years, your entire gift can be matched. If you already support Student U and increase your gift, the additional amount can be matched. Every gift helps Student U students access the academic support, trusted relationships, and opportunities they need to reach their goals. And right now, your generosity can have twice the impact. 🔗 Double your impact today at http://studentudurham.org/donate. #StudentU #DurhamNC #DoubleYourImpact

Student U is hiring! Join a team of staff whose mission is to partner with our students, families, and educators to create a community that cultivates joy and academic excellence so all students thrive! High School Program Coordinator Application Deadline: Sept. 30 Position Overview: The High School team currently consists of two High School Program Coordinators who work collaboratively to plan, implement, and evaluate our daily programming and summer program for 200 high school students & families. The ideal candidate for this position demonstrates a passion for Student U’s mission and core values, high school students, and working collaboratively towards student success. This position reports to the Chief Program Officer. In partnership with additional Student U staff, the team implements new high school initiatives and develops ambitious goals and innovative ideas to push the high school program forward. One goal specific to this position is to grow and develop programming focused on students’ academic readiness for college. As a member of our full-time staff, the High School Program Coordinator participates in all staff meetings, professional development, and cross-departmental special projects. Apply now on our website - Go to Careers in the menu > Click on "See More Job Openings" > Select "High School Program Coordinator"

BIG news that’s definitely something to taco ’bout. 🌮🎉 The Taco Bell Foundation is investing $50,000 in Student U high school students! This generous grant will help provide first-generation, college-bound students with the support they need throughout high school, from tutoring and mentorship to academic guidance and resources that help them stay on track toward graduation, college, and beyond. We’re grateful to the Taco Bell Foundation for recognizing our students' brilliance and potential and choosing to invest in Durham’s next generation of leaders. $50,000. One big investment in Student Brilliance. 💙 Thank you, Taco Bell Foundation! 🌮 #StudentU #DurhamNC #StudentBrilliance

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