Empowering Education
Why do students deserve more educational options in Philadelphia?
75% of eighth-graders aren't proficient in math
47% aren't proficient in language arts
In the bottom 15% of public schools:
Only 10% of students are proficient in math
Only 25% are proficient in language arts
In 40 schools, NO STUDENTS ARE AT GRADE LEVEL IN MATH
-Source: 2023 PSSA Results | PDE
PASS offers pathways to educational opportunities with scholarship support to help students succeed.
ABOUT PASS
The Pennsylvania Award for Student Success (PASS) Program seeks to furnish scholarships of up to $15,000 for students hailing from low-income households situated within the lowest 15% of schools based on statewide performance evaluations.
Under this initiative, scholarships are awarded to eligible students spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade.
“Let us remember: One book, one pen, one child and one teacher can change the world.”
MALALA YOUSAFZAI
Fighting for Equity
The program delineates varying scholarship amounts, including $2,500 for half-day kindergarten students, $5,000 for those in kindergarten through 8th grade, $10,000 for 9th through 12th graders, and $15,000 for students with special needs.
Eligibility is dependent on household income not surpassing 250% of the federal poverty level, which currently stands at $75,000 for a family of four.
Continued enrollment in failing schools amounts to both a policy and moral lapse. PASS provides additional educational options with scholarship support.