PREP FORWARD

The Prep Forward program is preparatory training for cohorts of Black student-athletes, ages 13-18, residing in Allegheny County. Students receive year-long services from the year selected until they graduate high school. By engaging student-athletes in purposeful activities and enriching experiences, the goal is to prepare students for the successful completion of post-secondary education and training.

The forward-thinking curriculum bridges the gap to holistically prepare each student for the rigors of higher education, the demands of an evolving job market, and the complexities of a changing world.

The Prep Forward program provides each student and their family with a high-touch, personalized experience not afforded in the traditional education setting.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PREP FORWARD OFFERINGS BELOW:

Mentorship – Mentorship opportunities expand students’ socio-ecosystem as students are connected with professional community members.

Academic Support – Students’ grades and attendance are regularly monitored, and each week, one-on-one academic tutoring is available for students throughout the school year.

Career Exploration – Students and their families are exposed to various career professions through job shadow experiences, research projects, and guest speakers.

Life Skills Development – Students learn essential life skills, like critical thinking, leadership, and effective forms of communication.

Family Support Services – Staff support the familial unit through frequent contact with students’ caregiver(s) and hosts monthly family meetings. In addition, crisis support is provided.

Student Health Services – Students and their families engage in mental and physical wellness challenges and activities.

Civic Engagement – Students and their families engage in community volunteerism, political advocacy, cultural arts, and service learning projects.

Athletic Training – During the off-season, students are granted scholarships to attend regular athletic training.

PREP FORWARD APPLICATION

Are you training today to prepare for tomorrow? If so, consider joining the AD99 Solutions Prep Forward program. Annually, we admit two cohorts; and students and their families receive year-long services from the year students are selected until they graduate high school. Now accepting applications for admission for Cohort VIII and IX, which is set to begin August 2024.

Prep Forward is preparatory training for select Black, student-athletes, ages 13-18, residing in Allegheny County. Prep Forward is an educational based program that supports athletes and their families while on the path to post-secondary education.

The program is designed to help student-athletes become well-rounded and aid students and caregiver(s) with making informed and knowledgeable decisions about opportunities.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Applicant and guardian must complete the application

Applicant must reside within Allegheny County

Applicant must be a current student-athlete in good standing, in grades 9-12

Applicant must be willing to volunteer in the community

Applicant must be willing and able to attend 75% of the monthly meetings and events

The saying, ‘it takes a village’ is extremely true and every member of the AD99 Solutions Foundation is the epitome of that. Their transparency is refreshing. I am grateful that my son has the opportunity to be involved with such genuine people who put in the work to help me help him live up to his fullest potential.

– CHLOE BRANCH, MOTHER OF STUDENT CAMDEN BRANCH, 2020-2024