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BUILDING A PATHWAY

FROM CRADLE TO COLLEGE AND CAREER

Welcome!

Our mission is to end generational poverty through education!

We do this by coaching students and parents along their pathway to success, supporting their goals, and offering resources to meet each person's unique needs.

Click here to register for a pool pass.

Remember, you must complete a Parks & Rec scholarship application. 

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When we are not out and about in your neighborhood or school, the City of Promise team operates out of two locations in the 10th & Page Neighborhood: The home at 708 Page Street serves as our main headquarters where we host indoor activities, individual coaching, and events in the backyard. At our Pathway Center on 10th & Wertland, we host large events, activities, and meetings. 

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

You will find our team in the neighborhood, at bus stops, or community events:

  • Building relationships

  • Hosting Christmas Store

  • Sponsoring trips and activities

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EARLY LEARNING

Parents and their children up to 4th Grade are offered support for

  • developing basic skills in parenting

  • preparation for preschool

  • success in the early grades

  • connecting with school personnel

  • reading incentive program

  • tutoring

  • after-school activities

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PATHWAY COACHING

Students in grades 5-12 receive  mentoring that supports goal setting, connections to learning opportunities, and field trips.  Areas of focus include:

  • staying organized

  • improving grades

  • communicating with teachers

  •  developing a growth mindset

  • exploring careers and visiting colleges

  • connecting to internships and jobs

  • learning to lead

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FAMILY EMPOWERMENT

Parents have an opportunity to reach self-sufficiency goals while gaining parenting and school engagement skills.

  • $1,500 grant

  • Weekly parenting class

  • Weekly family dinner

  • Family activities

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