UpSpring Pathways to Success: College & Career Readiness

UpSpring Pathways to Success is dedicated to addressing the unique needs of students experiencing homelessness as they transition into adulthood. We provide the tools and opportunities they need to pursue higher education, launch meaningful careers, and build long-term stability, ensuring that no student is overlooked. Our aim is to equip every student with the confidence and opportunities they need to succeed, no matter which path they choose.

For the 2025-26 school year, we will be delivering UpSpring Pathways to Success at the following locations:

Dayton High School
Newport High School
St. Bernard-Elmwood Place Jr./Sr. High School
West Clermont Middle School

We have established a partnership with NaviGo, a local organization focused on college and career readiness, and are co-developing specialized curriculum for students experiencing homelessness.

Goals and outcomes for this program include:

  1. College or Vocational School Readiness: 75% of participating 11th-12th graders have a post-secondary plan.

  2. Career Exploration & Preparation: 90% of participating students have identified their career aptitudes, and have increased their exposure to career options; 75% of 11th-12th graders have identified a career path.  

  3. Graduation & Post Secondary Success: 80% of 12th graders who complete the program graduate from high school. 

  4. Social & Emotional Support and Advocacy: 80% of participating students report being moderately to highly hopeful on the Children’s Hope Scale. 

To learn more or discuss possibilities at your site, please contact UpSpring’s Program Director Jordan Mitchell at jordan@upspring.org or 513-389-0805.

We are grateful to Perfetti Van Melle for sponsoring UpSpring Pathways to Success!