Tag: peak education
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Stanford bound: 1st generation Colorado Springs student accepted to prestigious university
Ruby Atherton always knew she wanted to attend college, but, like many first-generation students who’ve struggled in school, she wasn’t always sure how she would get there. Next Fall, she’ll be in California at Stanford University. “I feel like it still hasn’t sunk in,” she said. “Like I didn’t understand [at first], I was kind…
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Colorado Springs education nonprofit loses grant money after debate with county commissioner
After a heated discussion at an El Paso County Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday about race-based college admissions, a Colorado Springs nonprofit focused on educational achievement did not receive proposed grant funding. The commissioners ultimately approved $475,000 in funding split among eight nonprofits after reviewing an advisory committee’s recommendations and hearing from some applicants, such…
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Colorado Springs-based nonprofit receives $200,000 ‘True Inspiration’ grant
Peak Education, a Colorado Springs-based nonprofit, recently received a $200,000 grant from Chick-Fil-A, according to a news release. The donation was part of Chick-fil-A’s True Inspiration Awards program, a initiative that recognizes organizations making a positive impact in communities across the U.S. The program, celebrating its 10th anniversary, is honoring 51 nonprofits nationwide, including organizations…