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POPS is a non-profit, 501(c) (3) community-based organization in partnership with the Florida Department of Education, that provides paid internships, educational, and developmental skills training for youth who are 16-18 years old and attending high school.
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The primary goal of the POPS program is to motivate diverse at-risk
students to complete their high school education and prepare them
for future success. Our secondary goal is to reduce some of the
at-risk factors through tutoring, mentoring, counseling, character
education, money management, and workforce development training.
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Demonstrable gains in academic achievement on local state assessments.
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Increased attendance and graduation rates.
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Reduction in disciplinary actions, dropout rates.
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Increased engagement of students in education, cultural, and
career experiences to support their development for future success
beyond high school.
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Prepare students for college or job entry.
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Establish mentor relationships for POPS students.
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Improved parental
involvement in their child’s education.
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On-the-job-training w/ career exploration.
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