
generation next
Generation Next, a program of Community Action Lehigh Valley, is a college readiness, access, and completion program created to correct disparities in education. Our program works with students to achieve college admission, integrate into college life, and complete a post-secondary program or trade focus.
Generation Next students receive programming within their high school classrooms to develop the essential skills used to navigate high school and college while building a better understanding of themselves.

Eligibility
Students must meet 2 of the 3 requirements:
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Students of color
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First generation college students
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Students eligible for free/reduced lunch
Generation Next currenty serves high school students in the Allentown Area School District, Bethlehem Area School District, and Easton Area School District. Interested students should contact their school's Guidance Counselor.
in the classroom
Our Generation Next program features:
College Visits
One-On-One Mentoring
Guest Speakers
SAT Prep
FASFA Form Assistance
Student Led Conversations
Social Justice Projects
Mentoring SHE Students
Job and Internship Networking


Scholarships
Through a partnership with Bethlehem restaurant Apollo Grill, Generation Next offers a Scholarship Fund to help students navigate the financial challenges of their college careers. Scholarships are competitive, based on academic achievement/promise, and demonstrated financial need.
Deadline for Submissions: May 1, 2023
For more information on Generation Next, please contact Program Coordinator, Jenylin Rodriguez or Winslow Mason,
Director of Community Action's Campaign for Racial and Ethnic Justice