What We Do
Unleash NextGen empowers the next generation to break the cycle of poverty through access to education, local resources, and a gospel-centered Christian community.
Education
We bridge gaps in education through specialized instruction and mentorship.
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We provide direct instruction in partnership with local public schools and neighborhood centers to bridge education gaps for public school students
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Students take placement tests to determine appropriate placement for reading and math instruction, then are grouped according to skill level.
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Using the Direct Instruction process, each instructor is trained to develop lesson plans to provide specialized instruction that will help their students gain the conceptual understanding and skills that are needed to advance in their areas of need.
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Instructors are taught to consistently evaluate student understanding so students can receive additional support and practice to reach mastery before advancing to the next level.
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Instructors are encouraged to make lessons fun, engaging, and interactive for students which helps to improve student retention and self confidence in the classroom.
Coming Fall 2025: ACT prep classes
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In partnership with Ardiendo Learning, using their proven curriculum and methods, Unleash NextGen will offer ACT prep classes to low income students in the high schools we partner with.
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Ardiendo Learning has seen an average of a 4 point increase in ACT scores through this course
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For many students, a few points increase in their ACT score could be the difference in whether they earn the scholarships necessary to continue their education.
Faith Community
We invite families and individuals to be a part of a caring Christian community where they will have the opportunity to experience the hope of the gospel.
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Family Dinners: Coming to Engelwood Neighborhood Center Fall of 2025
Students and families are invited to join us Thursday evenings at Engelwood Neighborhood Center for family dinners where staff and volunteers of Unleash NextGen will engage families in facilitated discussions about the core values and teachings of Jesus and how to grow spiritually through a personal, transformative relationship with God. -
Youth mentorship: Unleash NextGen staff and volunteers provide spiritual mentorship for middle and high school students through small groups at their respective schools.
Local Resources
We partner with other local organizations and churches to provide specialized resources to individuals and families in need.
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Unleash NextGen specializes in the areas of education and spiritual development. We partner with other local organizations that specialize in meeting additional pressing needs community members might be facing such as food insecurity, homelessness, addiction rehabilitation, and additional resources such as counseling for survivors of human trafficking and sexual assault.
