100% Graduation Rate, 100% College Bound
This week, the Springfield Urban League proudly celebrated a major milestone: the graduation of our Project Ready Mentor Program seniors—a remarkable group of students who have journeyed with us for up to four transformative years.
Through this program, these scholars have done far more than excel academically. They’ve explored career opportunities, toured Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), built emotional intelligence, and confronted real-world challenges head-on. Their growth, leadership, and perseverance have left a lasting mark on our organization and their community.
We are especially proud to announce that the Project Ready Class of 2025 achieved a 100% graduation rate—and every senior is officially college-bound this fall. This accomplishment is a testament not only to the students’ resilience and dedication, but also to the commitment of their families, mentors, and our broader community.
Meet the Project Ready Class of 2025:
- Chloe Crawford – Southeast High School → Memphis University
- Jamarion Bardwell – Sacred Heart-Griffin (SHG) → Illinois State University
- Jaylynn Clayton – Lanphier High School → University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
- Nikala Walker – Lanphier High School → Chicago State University
- Anijah Wallace – Lanphier High School → University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
- Quoni Washington – Lanphier High School → University of Illinois Springfield
- Gabrielle Walker – Lanphier High School → Lincoln Land Community College
- Kai Watkins – Lanphier High School → Harris-Stowe State University
- Tamiya Hamilton (not pictured) – Springfield High School → Alabama A&M University
Each of these students represents the heart of our mission: to empower the next generation with tools, guidance, and inspiration to succeed. We could not be more excited to see where their journeys lead next.
Congratulations, Class of 2025! We are endlessly proud of you.
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