AN AARON PRICE FELLOW IS:

Diverse

Qualifications

Applicants will be selected based on the following criteria:

  1. Must be a in 9th grade at one of the participating schools
  2. Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA
  3. Be available to attend monthly programs, typically scheduled on Saturdays and during school holidays
  4. Have diverse interests and experiences;
  5. Have a strong desire to learn and grow;
  6. Have a positive outlook on life;
  7. Verbal and written communication skills;
  8. Plan to attend college; and
  9. Willing to share their experiences and opinions during discussions and in written reflections.

“We’re looking for diverse, curious and engaged 9th graders ready for an amazing 3 year experience.”
- Annie Lyles, Executive Director

Expectations

Participating in the Aaron Price Fellows Program is an honor and a privilege. The Price Family and program staff invest significant time and resources into the program. In return, Fellows are expected to:

  1. Attend regularly scheduled programs with an open;
  2. Maintain a minimum 3.0 grade point average;
  3. Be respectful of opinions and differences of others;
  4. Exhibit care and concern for others;
  5. Make and effort to develop strong leadership skills;
  6. Make and effort to establish a relationship with everyone in your class;
  7. Maintain a drug-free, violence-free lifestyle in and away from the program;
  8. Openly communicate with staff, facilitators, and other Fellows;
  9. Actively participate in program activities (i.e. asking questions, reading pre-program material and thoughtfully completing program evaluation)