Crossroads Scholars

• Are highly motivated adolescents from economically distressed Pittsburgh communities
• Our families have significant financial need
• Desire to achieve their fullest potential by attending Catholic high schools of their choice
• Are mostly African American, from a variety of religious traditions
• Are generally raised by single parents, grandparents, or guardians
• Are at risk for academic failure and dropping out of high school
• Are provided intensive and holistic wrap around support services by Crossroads to ameliorate these risks and ensure academic and personal success for the scholar

Demographic Portrait of Crossroads Students: Academic Year 2010-11