Lapan College and Career Club, Inc
Lapan College and Career Club, Inc. (LC3) is a transformative nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering students in the Wakefield neighborhood of South Tucson to achieve their academic and professional aspirations. Established in 2004 at Wakefield Middle School, the LC3 has expanded its reach to include students from C.E. Rose PreK-8 School, and Hollinger K-8 School. LC3 offers a comprehensive suite of after school programs designed to support students through middle school, high school, college, career readiness and beyond.
Eligibility
To participate in LC3 after-school programs, students must:
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Be enrolled for one full academic school year (or previously enrolled) at one of the following middle schools:
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C.E. Rose PreK-8 School;
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Hollinger K-8 School;
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Wakefield Middle School; and
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Live within the Wakefield neighborhood boundary.
Upon completion of at least one year at a qualifying middle school, students are eligible to begin accruing LC3 scholarship funds. Students may attend the high school of their choice and can continue earning scholarships based on their high school GPA. Students can earn up to $3,000 in middle school, and $2,000 in high school to put towards post-secondary education expenses.
Program Highlights:
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Academic Incentives: Students in grades 6-12 earn scholarships based on their academic achievements, with funds accessible upon high school graduation for use towards college and trade school expenses.
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After-School Enrichment: LC3 provides 10 free after-school programs that support students’ academic and professional journeys and offer mentorship. A few of the programs currently offered are: Lapan Soccer Scholar League, Cross-Age Peer Mentoring, El Jardin, Robotics Program, Music Program, Art Program.
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Leadership Development: The annual Lapan Leadership Summit prepares high school graduates by connecting them with mentors in their fields of interest and providing essential skills for success.
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Community Engagement: LC3 fosters a supportive community where students, parents, and alumni collaborate to create opportunities for growth and success.
For more information, visit Lapan College and Career Club.