05/01/2026
🦁 It's Decision Day for Class 12.
Late nights. Essay drafts. College tours. Belief that didn't waver. Today, our Scholars officially commit to the schools that will shape their next chapter, from dream schools to full-ride offers.
These are the world transformers. The leaders. The . Scholars who showed up not just with dreams, but with drive.
To every family member, mentor, teacher, and donor who walked alongside them: thank you. Every win is the result of a community that rallies around potential and invests in dreams.
Congratulations.
03/07/2026
🌟Spotlight: Our Interview Teams Made Today Magical
Today's Preliminary Interview Day featured 10 incredible volunteer interview teams who spent their Saturday discovering the next Class of Elevation Scholars among 50+ exceptional candidates.
These dedicated professionals asked thoughtful questions, created welcoming environments, and helped nervous students share their biggest dreams with confidence. Watching the connections form and conversations flow was truly inspiring.
This is just one piece of what made today successful - our interview teams are part of a larger community effort that includes hospitality volunteers, staff, and supporters who believe in educational equity.
More highlights from today's event coming soon... including the many other hands that made this day possible! 🦁💙
Stay tuned as the journey to select our Class 13 cohort continues.
03/04/2026
🦁🎓 Service in action at Duke University. The Elevation Scholars Difference
When Raymond Rosa and Carl Pierre - both current college students - stepped up to guide our high school seniors through Duke’s campus, they embodied what service means at Elevation Scholars.
Service is one of our core values because we believe in building a community where scholars support scholars throughout the entire journey. Current scholars are investing in future scholars. Peers mentoring peers.
From Duke’s iconic chapel to moments of connection and inspiration, this college tour showed the power of scholar-to-scholar mentorship in action.
💡Why do you think we take our applying seniors to visit the colleges they’re interested in attending? Drop your thoughts below.