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Talent & intelligence are universal; resources & opportunities are not. TPS equips students with the necessary skills to aid them in applying to college.
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The Phoenix Scholars recruits low income, first generation, and minority high school seniors from some of California's toughest communities. Over the course of a year, starting the summer after their junior year, our scholars will work with their undergraduate mentors to build college lists, prepare for standardized tests, obtain financial aid and scholarships, draft essays, and submit college applications. Behind the scenes, there are three teams that work to ensure the program's success. Our Outreach Committee networks with college counselors and makes high school visits to pitch the benefits of the program and encourage students to apply. The Programming Committee is responsible for accepting mentors and scholars, pairing them, monitoring their relationship, and creating the yearlong curriculum. Finally, the Development Committee handles all of the administrative work of the organization. Together, these teams make up the "Core." In addition to the Core, TPS has a 10-month fellowship for Stanford undergraduates interested in nonprofit management. This year TPS is led by Co-Executive Directors Andrew Edoimioya (Stanford '17) and Taryn Harvey (Stanford '17).
The Phoenix Scholars recruits low income, first generation, and minority high school seniors from some of California's toughest communities. Over the course of a year, starting the summer after their junior year, our scholars will work with their undergraduate mentors to build college lists, prepare for standardized tests, obtain financial aid and scholarships, draft essays, and submit college applications. Behind the scenes, there are three teams that work to ensure the program's success. Our Outreach Committee networks with college counselors and makes high school visits to pitch the benefits of the program and encourage students to apply. The Programming Committee is responsible for accepting mentors and scholars, pairing them, monitoring their relationship, and creating the yearlong curriculum. Finally, the Development Committee handles all of the administrative work of the organization. Together, these teams make up the "Core." In addition to the Core, TPS has a 10-month fellowship for Stanford undergraduates interested in nonprofit management. This year TPS is led by Co-Executive Directors Andrew Edoimioya (Stanford '17) and Taryn Harvey (Stanford '17).
Mission: The Phoenix Scholars aims to provide pro bono college counseling services to low income, first generation, and minority high school seniors in California.
Operating as usual

11/29/2018
Programming is back at it again with some awesome resources for y'all! This Saturday at 1pm we will be doing an interview with an amazing writer, painter, and overall person named Jamayka Young. We will be discussing ways to approach finding your voice for college apps! Tune in on our facebook live or watch it on our story!
10/21/2018

10/21/2018
Our live stream with our Execute Director Taylor Wilson begins in 1 hour! Tune in at 11 AM via our Facebook Live

10/21/2018
Join us for a discussion with our current Executive Director Taylor Wilson! We will be discussing the TPS and its future as we continue to advance education equity! So whether you heard of us, haven't heard of us, tune in this Sunday at 11am to hear the inside scoop!

05/28/2018
Some more pictures from the meet and greet! #ThePhoenixScholars #TPSCares

05/27/2018
Last week we celebrated our newest cohort of scholars and mentors at our Meet-And-Greet on campus! We're excited about a great new year to come full of scholarships and acceptances! #TPSCares #ThePhoenixScholars
05/14/2018
After weeks of deliberation, we have officially taken in our next cohort and matched them with amazing mentors from Stanford and Berkeley! All mentors and scholars, we will be having our Meet and Greet in one week to kick off a great year of college acceptances!
03/01/2018
Did you miss the talk with Orie Idah? No worries, because you can watch this video
03/01/2018
Did you miss the talk with Orie Idah? No worries, because you can watch this video.

02/26/2018
Tune in tonight for our talk with Orie Idah where she speaks on her professional experiences and offers advice. This is the opportunity to make sure you don't miss.

02/26/2018
Calling all high school juniors, be sure to apply to TPS for the support of a Stanford undergrad throughout your entire admissions process! Deadline is April 1!

02/26/2018
As we look back on February, we can't forget our Winter Mixer. It was great for our mentors and scholars to get to be together.
02/20/2018
Hey everyone, one more week before Orie Idah graces us with her knowledge! Make sure to tune in for this talk and ask her questions/receive her insight!

02/14/2018
Mark down February 26 at 7 PM! TPS Core Alumni member Orie Idah is sharing her time to give advice and speak on her experiences (she's been at Google, is at YouTube, and will be heading to Stanford Graduate School of Business in the fall)!
02/13/2018
Michael Tubbs
Mayor Michael Tubbs is reinventing Stockton. Listen as he speaks about his groundbreaking new initiatives for his hometown.
CBS This morning #ReinventStockton

01/29/2018
Tubbs: $20M program will boost college-going culture
Under the direction of Stockton mayor and TPS founder Michael Tubbs, Stockton is launching an exciting new plan to provide scholarships to every high school student admitted to a 4 and 2 year colleges in Stockton, California.
STOCKTON — Mayor Michael Tubbs has announced a potentially transformative new initiative, backed by a $20 million donation, that aims eventually to
01/16/2018
D'Shai's Core Alumni Panel: The Hendricks Hour
If you were unable to attend D'Shai's Core Alumni Panel, enjoy this recording of everything that D'Shai had to say and all of the information he gave!

01/16/2018
"The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education."-Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Today, we remember King's work as we promote educational equity within California. Happy MLK Day.

01/10/2018
Get excited! On Saturday, January 13th, we will be having our first ever Core Alumni Panel with TPS Board of Director member D'Shai Hendricks! Make sure you're there to catch the gems he's going to be dropping!

12/18/2017
Happy Holidays from our family to yours!
12/08/2017
California attorney general sues for-profit Bridgepoint Education
The California Attorney General has sued Bridgepoint Education for their predatory approach towards recruiting students. Read more about how and why Attorney General Becerra has taken on this for-profit chain.
California Attorney General Xavier Becerra says for-profit chain Ashford University and its parent company Bridgepoint Education engaged in unlawful marketing, sales and debt collection practices.
12/05/2017
Teaching Parents the Right 'Questions to Ask' in Schools
How can we better equip parents to actively participate in their students’ education? Read about how the Parent’s Institute for Quality Education (PIQE) in California answers this question.
A long-running California program teaches parents how to advocate for their children and navigate a sometimes-unfamiliar school system.

12/04/2017
Sunday Spotlight: Devon Cash
Check out today's Sunday Spotlight to learn about the Executive Director of The Phoenix Scholars
11/29/2017
It's Giving Tuesday, and The Phoenix Scholars want to thank you for all of your donations and support! As a reminder, The Phoenix Scholars is a Stanford University-based non profit that provides free college counseling services to rising high school seniors. Specifically, our program works with first -generation, low-income, and/or minority students. If you would like to help support The Phoenix Scholars, please email [email protected]!

11/27/2017
Sunday Spotlight: Mia Hoover
Check out our first Sunday Spotlight and learn about one of our core members!
11/17/2017
Six Myths About Choosing a College Major
“Six Myths About Choosing a College Major.” What is the right major?
Not all philosophy majors wind up as baristas, and not all engineers get rich. Here’s what you need to know before making this big decision.
11/15/2017
Congratulations to Mayor Michael Tubbs on being named one of Forbes 30 Under 30 for his work in Stockton. While at Stanford, he founded our organization, and we are grateful to have been a part of the path of great work that Mayor Tubbs has set out to accomplish.
11/15/2017
Republican tax plan seeks to shake up higher-education tax credits, deductions and benefits
“Find out about how the GOP tax plan will impact education: private schools and college affordability take big hits.”
Tucked away in the much anticipated Republican tax bill are a few provisions that are sure to rattle universities, student loan borrowers and anyone paying for college.
11/12/2017
Latino elites are paying the California dream forward
“Never forget where you come from.” California’s [email protected] elites are using their success to enrich [email protected] communities
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Jody Agius Vallejo, University of Southern California – Dornsife College of Letters,…
11/08/2017
GOP Tax Bill: What Will Change for Students
Find out about how the GOP tax plan will impact education: public schools and college affordability take big hits.
The GOP wants to combine three separate tax credits for higher education expenses into one, and eliminate both the student loan interest deduction and tax-free tuition reimbursement from employers.
11/05/2017
The Department of Education Is Pulling the Rug Out From Under Student Parents
A new burden lies in front of student parents: they can no longer receive funding to help with childcare. What do you think of the Department of Education’s new cuts?
The Trump administration has quietly removed CCAMPIS, a childcare subsidy for student parents attending college, from its 2018 budget. Over one million student parents' ability to afford childcare…
11/01/2017
Bill Gates is spending $1.7 billion to fix the US education system—here's how
"By and large, schools are still falling short on the key metrics of a quality education." Bill Gates has a five point plan to invest $1.7 Billion into fighting education inequity.
His foundation will make strategic investments aimed at alleviating inequality.
10/29/2017
Trick-or-Treats for Change Bake Sale
Thank you for supporting the Trick-or-Treats for Change Bake Sale!! Your delicious goodies will be delivered tomorrow!

10/27/2017
Hi team! TPS is happy to report that we are 238 scholars-strong and have helped our students achieve admission into selective universities and receive thousands of dollars in aid! Keep up the great work, scholars!
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D'Shai's Core Alumni Panel: The Hendricks Hour
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