The Persistence: Passports to Success Program at Pursuit of Happiness, Inc. (POH Memphis) is a structured, post-secondary support initiative designed to help high school graduates, first-generation students, and young women transitioning into college, career, or technical programs stay on track and successfully complete their educational or career goals. Provides travel experiences to broaden their
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To provide ongoing, personalized guidance and accountability so participants can persist through the challenges of post-secondary life whether that’s in college, workforce training, entrepreneurship, or direct-to-career pathways.
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Individualized Success Plan (ISP)
Students create a detailed roadmap for their next steps with clear academic, financial, socio-emotional, and career goals.
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Monthly Check-Ins & Coaching Advisors maintain regular contact through calls, texts, or meetings to review progress, provide resources, and troubleshoot barriers. |
Workshops & Programming Focus areas include FAFSA completion, scholarship searches, budgeting, career exploration, time management, and mental wellness. |
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Resources & Referrals Access to wraparound support, including mental health resources, childcare solutions, transportation help, and professional attire support. |
Accountability & Milestones (The “Passport”) Participants receive a physical “passport” where they track key milestones like completing FAFSA, enrolling in classes, attending workshops, and securing employment or internships. |
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Study Abroad / Service Trips Participants have the opportunity to engage in educational travel experiences, cultural exchanges, and service-learning projects. These opportunities expose students to life beyond their immediate environments, helping them build global awareness, cultural competency, and leadership skills. |
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