Congratulations to the following students who earned their high school diploma between September — December, 2018. These students had to overcome various and sometimes many obstacles, but they persisted and were able to achieve that milestone and walk across the commencement stage. We are so proud of you and all your hard work.
The D2 Center will be closed:
Congratulations to D2 Center YAN Jesi DeWitt, who was awarded a certificate of appreciation at the Promiseship quarterly meeting. Jesi was nominated by Amanda Gould, who wrote:
D2 Center Career Navigator John Moore (far right) accompanied Blackburn Alternative High School students on a tour of Metropolitan Community College on Tuesday, December 4, 2018. Also pictured is Blackburn counselor Dr. Suzi Busby (back middle). One of the goals of the Career Navigator program is to connect students in OPS multiple pathways programs with postsecondary opportunities.
The D2 Center Annual Report (PDF) for the 2017-18 fiscal year is now available. Our Annual Report offers information about the students we serve, program outcomes, and our organization overall. High-level results for the year include:
— 323 total students served;
— 175 new students;
— 75 students graduated from high school; and
— 242 outreach attempts to withdrawn students through our re-engagement partnership with Omaha Public Schools (OPS).
The D2 Center will be closed Thursday, November 22 and Friday, November 23 for the Thanksgiving holiday.