Our Programs
From the very beginning, we wanted to develop our programs on a model that would accomodate our growth and ensure our students received the best. We developed a model called the Technology Education Pipeline that provides age-appropriate education to boost math literacy,
technology fluency, critical thinking, problem solving and information
synthesis skills.
In 1997, we launched the Technical Teens Internship Program (TTIP) that provides four years of sophisticated technical and soft skills training to
teens of color. For eight months each year and 180 hours of training, our
student’s study and practice network engineering, web development, database,
and programming. Students also learn workplace and soft skills and compete for
paid summer internships at leading companies.
In 2000, we launched the Higher Ed Bound Program (HEB) that provides TAF teens with the tools and
resources needed to be academically and financially prepared to pursue higher
education. HEB provides families with personalized strategies and increased support, exposes students to college environments and individuals affiliated with higher
learning, helps families navigate the financial aid process, educates families on academic and admissions requirements, provides families with essential tools and resources, develops strategic relationships with colleges and universities.
In 2000, we also launched the TechStart program that provides technology and academic education to underserved children of color. TechStart students learn technology tools through projects-based approaches to learning. While working on projects, students learn valuable computer and communication skills, as well as other life-skills such as planning, working in groups, fulfilling goals, and presenting information to even bigger groups.
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