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Next Generation Scholars program highlights local reach; small grants boost field trips and student supports
Summary
Maryland Business Roundtable representatives updated the board on Next Generation Scholars programming in Wicomico County (542 local NextGen students reported), statewide reach, career/college visits and a planned mentorship pilot; separate grant updates included MSDE adding $5,665 to a previously reported $21,000 award and small local grants totaling several thousand dollars.
Tasha Williams of the Maryland Business Roundtable for Education (MBRT) briefed the board on the Next Generation Scholars (NGS) program and related supports. Williams said the program currently has 542 NextGen scholars in Wicomico County and described statewide metrics — NGS serves over 2,000 students, the speakers bureau has completed more than 21,000 engagements, and Way to Be magazine distribution exceeds 55,000 copies.
Williams detailed program activities last…
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