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We recognize the transformational impact incremental changes can make on a student’s life. Partnering with entire schools, we work to increase high school graduation and postsecondary readiness rates while engaging community partnerships to uplift students, families, and whole neighborhoods.

515.271.1976

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mailing: 2507 UNIVERSITY AVE

DES MOINES, IA 50311

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physical: 3206 UNIVERSITY AVE #212

DES MOINES, IA 50311

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info@bydegreesfoundation.org

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KING GRADUATES

COHORT STRATEGY

In 2006, every first grader at King Elementary in Des Moines became a "dreamer" with our third and final cohort strategy. With this strategy, also known as the legacy model, we supported a small group of students throughout their entire academic careers, providing resources and programming to meet their needs in preparation for the future. As K-12 students, all King Dreamers had a dedicated mentor who invested time and compassion into supporting their success.

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Our King Dreamers are now our King Graduates, having graduated from high school in the spring of 2018. They are currently pursuing postsecondary education and careers in a variety of fields.