At Project Success, our volunteers are vital for our work providing programming for 16,000+ students and their families annually. Our volunteers bring passion, energy, and dedication to our programs, helping students connect to their purpose and build valuable career and life skills. Elizabeth, a volunteer who supports the Institute’s cooking and baking certificates, has made…
What began as a dream to expand programming to have more impact for more students and families became reality in January 2024 when Project Success launched programming in Mankato Area Public Schools middle schools – Dakota Meadows and Prairie Winds. Project Success has always encouraged students to dream big, plan for their futures, and pursue opportunities…
At Project Success, every week is filled with opportunities for students to dream big, ignite possibilities, and grow exponentially. This past week was no exception—it was a whirlwind of creativity, learning, and connection that showcased the heart of our mission. We hosted 62 workshops across schools in Minneapolis and Mankato, helping students reflect on their…
This past weekend, aspiring filmmakers from Minneapolis high schools gathered for an exciting one-day workshop hosted by Project Success in partnership with Late Bloomer. The event offered participants a hands-on introduction to the world of filmmaking, providing them with the tools and techniques used by professionals to create captivating films and digital content. The day…
Through Project Success Institute programming, students build critical life and career skills that enrich their independence and cultivate creativity and curiosity. The Fall 2024 trimester has been an inspiring 10 weeks with Minneapolis high school students as our programs grew with new innovations and great energy from the students, volunteer coaches, contractors, and support staff…
This September, Project Success presented to standing-room only audiences at LíderCon, the Midwest’s premier Latine leadership conference, with panel discussion including students and partners to talk about Project Success’ career-connected learning programs for English Learner students. Project Success Senior Education Advisor Dr. Elia Dimayuga-Bruggeman facilitated two sessions of, “Catalyzing Into Local Global Talent with Career-Connected…
Bridging the Gap with Green Energy Project Success has always been at the forefront of creating innovative programs that connect students to their purpose, leading to career and life success. This commitment to innovation recently earned us support from the Catalyze Challenge, a national initiative aimed at accelerating career-connected learning. With funding from the Catalyze Award,…
In June, a cohort of Project Success students participated in an innovative and interactive experience that combined public health education with hands-on drone training at the Project Success headquarters and at the University of Minnesota. The goal of this week-long course was to introduce these students to public health as a potential college major, career…
This past school year, 15,000+ middle and high school students and their families engaged in memorable moments and important milestones through Project Success programming and our proven DIG curriculum. We are excited to highlight some of the many ways that young people connected to their purpose this year – in both new and proven ways. Workshops…
On Friday January 19, Project Success was invited to partner in hosting a Youth Empowerment Summit presented as part of Governor Walz and Lt. Governor Flanagan’s statewide week of celebrations in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Students from Minneapolis North, Edison, Northeast, along with students at FAIR Crystal, engaged with local STEM professional groups as…
At the Project Success Institute students engage in certificates and programs that build critical life and career skills that enrich one’s independence. Participating in certificates led by diverse and experienced content experts satisfies students’ interests and provides relevant skills for the future – giving students a jump start into the world of working and being! Each school…
We have launched another exciting school year! Our team has been busy connecting with all MPS middle and high school students and their families — helping students connect to their purpose through our innovative in-class workshops, expeditions, arts experiences, and the Institute. Below are a few highlights from the last two months of working with…