Achieve Twin Cities
@achievetwincities.bsky.social
We rally community support to inspire and equip young people in Minneapolis and Saint Paul for careers, college and life. Join us!
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www.achievetwincities.org
Hi everyone! We're a Minnesota nonprofit providing school-based career and college readiness services in Minneapolis and Saint Paul public high schools, and a summer internship program in partnership with @cityminneapolis.bsky.social. We're glad to be here! Learn more at www.achievetwincities.org.
Come hear our CEO Danielle Grant at GOOD TROUBLE Presents: The State of The Youth, a youth-led, intergenerational conversation on innovative solutions to the school disengagement and absenteeism crisis. Thursday 5:30-7:30 p.m. at American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Ave in Mpls. Dinner provided.
March 25, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Come hear our CEO Danielle Grant at GOOD TROUBLE Presents: The State of The Youth, a youth-led, intergenerational conversation on innovative solutions to the school disengagement and absenteeism crisis. Thursday 5:30-7:30 p.m. at American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Ave in Mpls. Dinner provided.
It's spring college fair season! Students from Minneapolis Public Schools attended the MN Association of Counselors of Color fair at Minneapolis College, where they met college reps to learn about academic programs and financial aid. Thanks to MnACC and all of our participating schools!
March 17, 2025 at 6:04 PM
It's spring college fair season! Students from Minneapolis Public Schools attended the MN Association of Counselors of Color fair at Minneapolis College, where they met college reps to learn about academic programs and financial aid. Thanks to MnACC and all of our participating schools!
Time is running short! Volunteer for the Step Up Mock Interviews March 18-20 at the Mpls Convention Center and coach Step Up youth participants on their job interview skills and presentation. This is a great opportunity for individuals and company teams! Register at www.achievetwincities.org/events
March 10, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Time is running short! Volunteer for the Step Up Mock Interviews March 18-20 at the Mpls Convention Center and coach Step Up youth participants on their job interview skills and presentation. This is a great opportunity for individuals and company teams! Register at www.achievetwincities.org/events
Twin Cities employers! Support Minneapolis youth and benefit your company by participating in Step Up, which connects students with paid summer internships, mentors and training that builds careers and leads to a skilled and equitable workforce. Details at www.achievetwincities.org/stepup.
March 4, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Twin Cities employers! Support Minneapolis youth and benefit your company by participating in Step Up, which connects students with paid summer internships, mentors and training that builds careers and leads to a skilled and equitable workforce. Details at www.achievetwincities.org/stepup.
Volunteer for the annual Step Up Mock Interviews! Help Minneapolis youth practice their job interview skills and build confidence for summer Step Up internships. We welcome individual volunteers and company teams. Join us March 18-20 from 4:45 -6:15 p.m. Details at www.achievetwincities.org/events
February 27, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Volunteer for the annual Step Up Mock Interviews! Help Minneapolis youth practice their job interview skills and build confidence for summer Step Up internships. We welcome individual volunteers and company teams. Join us March 18-20 from 4:45 -6:15 p.m. Details at www.achievetwincities.org/events
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Watch on demand: President Trump’s first few weeks back in office have brought a whirlwind of news and confusion to higher education. At this free virtual forum, Chronicle journalists explored what Trump’s first month portends for colleges. youtu.be/Xhfa2I7zGWQ?...
Donald Trump and Higher Ed: What’s Next?
YouTube video by Chronicle of Higher Education
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February 26, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Watch on demand: President Trump’s first few weeks back in office have brought a whirlwind of news and confusion to higher education. At this free virtual forum, Chronicle journalists explored what Trump’s first month portends for colleges. youtu.be/Xhfa2I7zGWQ?...
It's Career and Technical Education Month! We're thankful for our CTE partners in Minneapolis and Saint Paul public schools who help students prepare for today's workforce through career exploration, career-focused coursework, industry credentials internships and other formative experiences.
February 26, 2025 at 4:09 PM
It's Career and Technical Education Month! We're thankful for our CTE partners in Minneapolis and Saint Paul public schools who help students prepare for today's workforce through career exploration, career-focused coursework, industry credentials internships and other formative experiences.
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Happy Public Schools Week!
As a former teacher, I know that public schools are not just where our kids go to learn - they’re the center of our communities.
That’s why I was proud to make the largest investment in public schools in state history.
As a former teacher, I know that public schools are not just where our kids go to learn - they’re the center of our communities.
That’s why I was proud to make the largest investment in public schools in state history.
February 25, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Happy Public Schools Week!
As a former teacher, I know that public schools are not just where our kids go to learn - they’re the center of our communities.
That’s why I was proud to make the largest investment in public schools in state history.
As a former teacher, I know that public schools are not just where our kids go to learn - they’re the center of our communities.
That’s why I was proud to make the largest investment in public schools in state history.
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Your periodic reminder that yes, students still think college is worth it as more of them apply. Read the full Common App February 2025 report: www.commonapp.org/files/DAR/de...
February 25, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Your periodic reminder that yes, students still think college is worth it as more of them apply. Read the full Common App February 2025 report: www.commonapp.org/files/DAR/de...
Welcome to our new staff members Wajih Hassan (Step Up), Sirad Farah (HR), Janelle Hosfield (Step Up), Phia Yang (career and college readiness coordinator) and Taylor Thanig (career and college readiness coordinator). We're so fortunate to add their tremendous skills and expertise to our team!
February 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Welcome to our new staff members Wajih Hassan (Step Up), Sirad Farah (HR), Janelle Hosfield (Step Up), Phia Yang (career and college readiness coordinator) and Taylor Thanig (career and college readiness coordinator). We're so fortunate to add their tremendous skills and expertise to our team!
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Need some good news? Let's celebrate the 700,000+ first-gen and low- and middle-income students who have received proactive admissions offers from one or more of the 117 colleges participating in Common App's Direct Admissions program! www.commonapp.org/directadmiss...
Common App Direct Admissions
Applying to college is easier and less stressful with Common App's direct admissions programs. Learn more today.
www.commonapp.org
February 20, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Need some good news? Let's celebrate the 700,000+ first-gen and low- and middle-income students who have received proactive admissions offers from one or more of the 117 colleges participating in Common App's Direct Admissions program! www.commonapp.org/directadmiss...
Join us for the Step Up Mock Interviews, where volunteers provide feedback for Step Up youth on job interview skills and presentation. This is a great opportunity for individuals and company teams to help young people build skills for summer internships! Details at www.achievetwincities.org/events
February 20, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Join us for the Step Up Mock Interviews, where volunteers provide feedback for Step Up youth on job interview skills and presentation. This is a great opportunity for individuals and company teams to help young people build skills for summer internships! Details at www.achievetwincities.org/events
Don't miss Saturday's annual Thinking Career & College Early Fair at St. Paul's Harding High School! Grade 6-12 students and families are invited to connect with 70+ career and college organizations, hear from a HBCU panel, get FAFSA support and more. Details at www.spps.org/academics/co...
February 18, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Don't miss Saturday's annual Thinking Career & College Early Fair at St. Paul's Harding High School! Grade 6-12 students and families are invited to connect with 70+ career and college organizations, hear from a HBCU panel, get FAFSA support and more. Details at www.spps.org/academics/co...
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.Education Department Cancels Another $350M in Contracts, Grants
The cancellations came after anti-DEI activist Christopher Rufo posted on social media about the programs. #HigherEd #EDUSky #AcademicSky bit.ly/40UwX5u
The cancellations came after anti-DEI activist Christopher Rufo posted on social media about the programs. #HigherEd #EDUSky #AcademicSky bit.ly/40UwX5u
Education Department cancels $350M in contracts, grants
The cancellations came after anti-DEI activist Christopher Rufo posted on social media about the programs.
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February 17, 2025 at 2:56 PM
.Education Department Cancels Another $350M in Contracts, Grants
The cancellations came after anti-DEI activist Christopher Rufo posted on social media about the programs. #HigherEd #EDUSky #AcademicSky bit.ly/40UwX5u
The cancellations came after anti-DEI activist Christopher Rufo posted on social media about the programs. #HigherEd #EDUSky #AcademicSky bit.ly/40UwX5u
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Happy Presidents Day! In 1979, President Jimmy Carter made history by signing the law that created the U.S. Department of Education.
TAKE ACTION today to protect it: nea.org/pushback
TAKE ACTION today to protect it: nea.org/pushback
February 17, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Happy Presidents Day! In 1979, President Jimmy Carter made history by signing the law that created the U.S. Department of Education.
TAKE ACTION today to protect it: nea.org/pushback
TAKE ACTION today to protect it: nea.org/pushback
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Education is a powerful tool for change. This Black History Month, we celebrate the achievements of Black educators and students who inspire us to strive for equity in every classroom.
#EDUSky @blackhistoryusa.bsky.social
#EDUSky @blackhistoryusa.bsky.social
February 17, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Education is a powerful tool for change. This Black History Month, we celebrate the achievements of Black educators and students who inspire us to strive for equity in every classroom.
#EDUSky @blackhistoryusa.bsky.social
#EDUSky @blackhistoryusa.bsky.social
Twin Cities employers! Join us for our live virtual event on Tuesday at 11 a.m. to learn how you can hire Step Up high school interns this summer. Find out how you can support Minneapolis young people and benefit your company and our regional economy! www.achievetwincities.org/events
February 17, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Twin Cities employers! Join us for our live virtual event on Tuesday at 11 a.m. to learn how you can hire Step Up high school interns this summer. Find out how you can support Minneapolis young people and benefit your company and our regional economy! www.achievetwincities.org/events
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At the University of St. Thomas, 185 students recently found out their scholarships have been canceled by the federal government.
Dept. of Education cancels grant program, affecting 185 students at St. Thomas pursuing careers in special ed
The university's president says the program was flagged by the Trump administration as a DEI initiative.
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February 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM
At the University of St. Thomas, 185 students recently found out their scholarships have been canceled by the federal government.
TODAY'S THE DAY! Step Up youth applications are due by 11:59 p.m.! Step Up has connected over 34,000 Mpls youth with paid summer internships, work readiness training and other great opportunities in partnership with 100+ Twin Cities employers. Details and application at www.StepUpMpls.org.
February 14, 2025 at 8:46 PM
TODAY'S THE DAY! Step Up youth applications are due by 11:59 p.m.! Step Up has connected over 34,000 Mpls youth with paid summer internships, work readiness training and other great opportunities in partnership with 100+ Twin Cities employers. Details and application at www.StepUpMpls.org.
Twin Cities employers! Are you looking for a way to support Minneapolis youth AND benefit your company? Check out Step Up! Join us for this engaging online event on Feb 18 to learn how you can hire and mentor future leaders through Step Up internships this summer. www.achievetwincities.org/events
February 13, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Twin Cities employers! Are you looking for a way to support Minneapolis youth AND benefit your company? Check out Step Up! Join us for this engaging online event on Feb 18 to learn how you can hire and mentor future leaders through Step Up internships this summer. www.achievetwincities.org/events
Filing a #FAFSA is the most important thing students can do to get money for college! Our team in Minneapolis and Saint Paul public high schools are busy supporting FAFSA completion through one-on-one support and evening events for students and families. Find your center at www.achievetwincities.org
February 13, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Filing a #FAFSA is the most important thing students can do to get money for college! Our team in Minneapolis and Saint Paul public high schools are busy supporting FAFSA completion through one-on-one support and evening events for students and families. Find your center at www.achievetwincities.org
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February is #CTEMonth in celebration of Career and Technical Education!
These programs are key to building a skilled workforce and preparing students for high-demand careers. Thank you, CTE educators!
These programs are key to building a skilled workforce and preparing students for high-demand careers. Thank you, CTE educators!
February 10, 2025 at 11:23 PM
February is #CTEMonth in celebration of Career and Technical Education!
These programs are key to building a skilled workforce and preparing students for high-demand careers. Thank you, CTE educators!
These programs are key to building a skilled workforce and preparing students for high-demand careers. Thank you, CTE educators!
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Schools should be safe havens, not places of fear. Heightened immigration enforcement is putting vulnerable students at risk. Every child deserves to learn without the shadow of separation hanging over them.
Children, schools face renewed fears over heightened immigration enforcement
In classrooms across the country, children of immigrants are paralyzed by fear over news that immigration enforcement officers are now allowed to enter schools.
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February 10, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Schools should be safe havens, not places of fear. Heightened immigration enforcement is putting vulnerable students at risk. Every child deserves to learn without the shadow of separation hanging over them.
Time is running out: The Step Up youth application is due Friday night, Feb 14! Step Up connects Minneapolis youth with paid summer internships, professional mentors and training that builds careers and leads to a skilled and equitable workforce. Details and application link at stepupmpls.org
February 11, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Time is running out: The Step Up youth application is due Friday night, Feb 14! Step Up connects Minneapolis youth with paid summer internships, professional mentors and training that builds careers and leads to a skilled and equitable workforce. Details and application link at stepupmpls.org