The allocated funds will be used to cover transportation expenses for a group of Early College students attending the Hispanic Educational Summit in Raleigh. The summit, organized by the North Carolina Society of Hispanic Professionals, aims to encourage and spread awareness about the advantages of formal and higher education within the Hispanic youth community in North Carolina.

The Summit is the largest educational conference in North Carolina for middle and high school Hispanic students. Over 17,000 students from schools in over 35 counties throughout North Carolina have participated in the annual summit initiative since 2000.

Summit Objectives

• To serve as an outreach program to promote education among 7th – 12th-grade Hispanic students utilizing workshops and presentations.

• To motivate Hispanic students to excel at the highest potential in their studies through motivational talks by speakers who have achieved success in their professional careers.

• To offer Hispanic students tips and information to acquire skills and develop strategies to improve their academic achievements.

• To inform Hispanic students on educational opportunities and school programs in various community colleges and universities.

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